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·July 27, 2022·4 min read

Eating More Ultra-Processed Foods Associated With Increased Risk of Dementia

Consuming a diet rich in ultra-processed foods like chips, cookies, deep-fried foods, and salty snacks were associated with a higher risk of developing dementia.

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·July 27, 2022·3 min read

Chores, Exercise, and Social Visits Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia

The study reveals that performing household chores, exercising, and social interactions significantly reduce the risk of dementia.

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·July 20, 2022·3 min read

Do Benefits of Physical and Mental Activity on Thinking Differ for Men and Women?

Greater physical activity was associated with greater thinking speed reserve in women, but not men. Taking part in mental activities was associated with greater thinking speed reserve in both men and women.

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·July 13, 2022·3 min read

Is Stroke Linked to Depression Before It Occurs?

Symptoms of depression preceded the onset of stroke in a number of patients, and depression symptoms worsened following the stroke.

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·July 6, 2022·2 min read

Thyroid Problems Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia

Older adults who suffer from hypothyroidism are at increased risk of developing dementia. The risk is even higher in those who require thyroid hormone replacement therapy to treat their condition.

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·June 29, 2022·3 min read

Women Have More Brain Changes After Menopause

Women who have undergone menopause have more white matter intensities in the brain than pre-menopausal women and men of the same age.

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·June 22, 2022·3 min read

Can Acupuncture Reduce Headaches?

Researchers report acupuncture may help alleviate symptoms for sufferers of chronic tension headaches.

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·June 9, 2022·2 min read

Does Shingles Increase a Person’s Risk of Dementia?

Despite speculation that inflammation associated with the shingles virus can increase dementia risk, researchers found little evidence to substantiate the claim.

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·May 25, 2022·3 min read

Seven Healthy Habits Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia in Those With Genetic Risk

From keeping active and eating a healthy diet to controlling cholesterol and reducing sugar intake, researchers report on seven simple lifestyle changes older adults with genetic risk factors can make to reduce the chance of developing dementia.

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·May 5, 2022·2 min read

Higher Antioxidant Levels Linked to Lower Dementia Risk

People with higher levels of the antioxidants lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta-cryptoxanthin may have a lower risk of developing dementia, researchers report.

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·April 14, 2022·2 min read

Exercise May Protect Brain Volume by Keeping Insulin and BMI Levels Low

The role exercise plays in maintaining insulin levels and BMI may help protect brain volume and stave off dementia in older adults.

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·March 23, 2022·3 min read

Do Older Adults Using Statins Have Lower Risk of Developing Parkinsonism Later?

Older adults who take statin drugs have a lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease or parkinsonism symptoms later in life compared to those who do not take statins. Researchers speculate this may be because statins have a neuroprotective effect on arteries in the brain.