Is Sitting Bad for the Brain? Maybe Not.
September 24, 2023
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Is keeping seated and sedentary, while intellectually stimulated, part of the best way to care for your brain?
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The Genetic Factor That Fends Off Alzheimer’s
September 22, 2023
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A massive study of medical and genetic data shows that people with a particular version of a gene involved in immune response had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
In with the Coffee, Out with the Soda
September 18, 2023
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Drinking to fight dementia? Which drinks are good and which are bad?
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Hearing Loss Treatment Can Lower Risk of Dementia
September 15, 2023
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PREVENTION & THERAPY INFOMERCIAL: Research shows that for every 10 decibels of hearing loss, the risk of developing dementia increases. Learn how the right hearing aids can lower your risk.
Olive Oil & Lettuce Protect Brain from Vascular Dementia
September 11, 2023
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A diet that combines unsaturated fats with nitrite-rich vegetables, such as olive oil and lettuce, can protect you from hypertension and vascular dementia.
Play 3-D Video Games & Fight Dementia
September 3, 2023
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Don’t put that controller down just yet. Playing three-dimensional video games – besides being lots of fun – can boost the formation of memories, according to University of California neurobiologists.
Cynicism Triples Dementia Risk?
August 28, 2023
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In a study on health & cynicism, people were asked how much they agree with statements such as, “I think most people would lie to get ahead,” and “It is safer to trust nobody”. The clear connection between their answers and their risk of dementia may startle you.
A Happy Partner Leads to Less Dementia
August 21, 2023
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Researchers find optimistic people contribute to the health of their partners, staving off risk factors leading to Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias and cognitive decline as they grow old together.
48% Less Dementia Decline with Hearing Aids
August 4, 2023
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The future of millions at risk for dementia could change with the use of hearing aids. Learn more.
How Physical Activity Turns Back the Brain’s Clock
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The protein BDNF builds synapses in the human brain, nurturing brain cells and fighting off dementia. While there is no artificial way of boosting it, social and cognitive activity can.
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