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·November 21, 2023·5 min read

Hearing Loss Linked to Dementia

Researchers discovered that hearing loss in older adults is associated with specific brain changes, potentially increasing dementia risk. Using hearing tests and MRI, the study, identified microstructural differences in brain regions responsible for auditory processing, speech, and executive function in those with hearing impairment.

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·November 15, 2023·2 min read

Hippocampus Shrinkage Linked to Cognitive Decline Beyond Alzheimer’s

A new study indicates that hippocampal shrinkage in the brain is associated with cognitive decline, independent of amyloid-beta plaques, a key marker of Alzheimer's disease. The study suggests that neurodegenerative diseases other than Alzheimer's contribute to cognitive decline.

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·November 7, 2023·4 min read

High-Sugar Diets May Fuel Brain Decline

Research suggests a high-sugar diet, commonly associated with obesity, leads to insulin resistance in the brain and may heighten the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. The study reveals that this insulin resistance impairs glial cells' ability to clear neuronal debris, a crucial process for preventing neurodegeneration.

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·October 30, 2023·5 min read

Less Deep Sleep in Seniors May Be A Silent Alarm for Dementia Risk

A mere 1% reduction in deep sleep yearly for those above 60 translates to a 27% higher dementia risk. Monitoring 346 participants over 60 from the Framingham Heart Study, the research observed declining deep sleep patterns and found 52 dementia cases in 17 years.

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·October 27, 2023·7 min read

Surge in Dementia Cases by 2040 Expected

Research suggests that by 2040, the number of people living with dementia could reach 1.7 million, marking a significant increase of over 40% from previous projections. While data up until 2010 indicated a decline in dementia incidence in high-income countries, the trend started reversing after 2008. Furthermore, the study sheds light on an increasing disparity in dementia incidence rates between educational groups.

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·October 26, 2023·4 min read

Higher Triglycerides Tied to Lower Dementia Risk

Older individuals with elevated triglyceride levels might be at a reduced risk for dementia. Researchers studied over 18,000 seniors without prior dementia diagnoses, monitoring them for six years.

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·September 13, 2023·7 min read

Sit Less, Think More: Over 10hr Sedentary Time A Day Hike Dementia Risk

Adults over 60, who engage in more than 10 hours of sedentary behavior daily, have a heightened risk of dementia. The study revealed that the pattern of sedentary behavior throughout the day mattered less than the total hours spent.

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·August 23, 2023·4 min read

Is Adult Education A Brain Shield Against Dementia?

Researchers unveiled a promising link between adult education and reduced dementia risk. The study analyzed data from the UK Biobank, finding that individuals involved in adult education courses had a 19% decreased chance of developing dementia.

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·August 11, 2023·4 min read

Long-term Acid Reflux Drugs Linked to Higher Dementia Risk?

Long-term use (over 4.4 years) of proton pump inhibitors, prescribed for acid reflux, may be associated with an increased risk of dementia. However, this research does not establish a direct causation but reveals an association.

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·July 24, 2023·3 min read

Olive Oil Linked to Lower Dementia Mortality Risk

Olive oil could be a key ingredient in reducing the risk of fatal dementia, suggests a new study. The study examined over 90,000 Americans' diets and death records, discovering a 28% lower dementia death risk in those who consumed more than half a tablespoon of olive oil daily.

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·July 19, 2023·5 min read

Inflammation Levels Linked to Future Dementia Risk

Researchers found a significant, albeit small, correlation between inflammation levels and the future risk of dementia. In a study involving data from nearly 500,000 participants of the UK Biobank, the team evaluated inflammatory biomarkers and their relation to cognitive performance and later dementia diagnosis.