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·September 20, 2025·6 min read

Cocoa Flavanols Show Anti-Inflammatory Effects

A large clinical trial found that cocoa flavanol supplements can lower age-related inflammation, potentially explaining their heart-protective effects. Researchers analyzed blood samples and discovered a consistent reduction in hsCRP, a biomarker tied to cardiovascular risk, among participants taking cocoa extract.

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·September 16, 2025·7 min read

Lifestyle Changes Show Power to Prevent Alzheimer’s

A growing body of research underscores that Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline are not inevitable parts of aging. Lifestyle interventions targeting exercise, diet, social engagement, and cognitive stimulation have been shown in large clinical trials to improve brain function and slow decline.

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·September 15, 2025·7 min read

Green Mediterranean Diet Slows Brain Aging

A large-scale dietary trial has shown that a green-Mediterranean diet can slow brain aging by altering key blood proteins linked to neurodegeneration. Using MRI scans and proteomic profiling, researchers tracked nearly 300 participants over 18 months and found that diet significantly shaped the brain age gap.

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·September 7, 2025·6 min read

Artificial Sweeteners Tied to Faster Cognitive Decline

A large study of nearly 13,000 adults found that consuming high levels of certain artificial sweeteners is linked to faster declines in memory and thinking over eight years. The effect was particularly strong in people with diabetes and those under 60. Some sweeteners, like aspartame and saccharin, were strongly associated with decline, while tagatose was not.

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·September 4, 2025·8 min read

Dietary Intervention Could Slow Deadly Brain Cancer Growth

A new study reveals that glioblastoma, the most aggressive brain cancer, thrives by using sugar in unique ways that differ from healthy brain cells. While normal brain tissue channels sugar into energy and neurotransmitters, glioblastoma cells divert it into producing DNA and RNA, fueling relentless tumor growth.

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·August 23, 2025·5 min read

Omega-3s May Protect Against Daytime Sleepiness

A new study has identified seven blood metabolites linked to excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS), a condition affecting one in three Americans. The findings show that both diet and hormones play a role, with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids associated with lower risk, and compounds like tyramine linked to higher risk.

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·July 16, 2025·4 min read

Eating Eggs May Help Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

A large cohort study of older adults found that eating at least one egg per week was linked to a significantly lower risk of Alzheimer’s dementia. Participants who consumed eggs more frequently also showed less Alzheimer’s-related pathology in their brains at autopsy.

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·July 14, 2025·5 min read

Common Sweetener May Raise Stroke Risk by Altering Brain Cells

A common sugar substitute, erythritol, widely used in “sugar-free” and low-carb products, may increase stroke risk by damaging brain blood vessel cells. A new study found that erythritol exposure reduced nitric oxide, increased vessel constrictors, impaired clot-busting abilities, and boosted free radical production in these cells.

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·July 1, 2025·6 min read

Eating Dairy May Trigger Nightmares

A new study links lactose intolerance and food sensitivities to disrupted sleep and frequent nightmares. Researchers surveyed over 1,000 students and found that those with dairy intolerance reported more vivid and disturbing dreams, likely due to nighttime gastrointestinal discomfort.

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·June 13, 2025·5 min read

Fruits and Veggies Boost Sleep Quality

A new study finds that eating more fruits and vegetables during the day is linked to improved sleep quality that same night. Researchers discovered that participants who consumed more produce experienced fewer sleep disruptions, including less waking and shallower sleep.

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·June 4, 2025·5 min read

Low-Calorie Diets May Increase Depression Risk

New research links low-calorie diets with a slight increase in depressive symptoms, particularly among overweight individuals and men. The large observational study analyzed dietary habits and depression scores in over 28,000 U.S. adults.

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·June 3, 2025·4 min read

Adopting the MIND Diet May Lower Dementia Risk at Any Age

A large study suggests that following the MIND diet—rich in leafy greens, berries, nuts, and olive oil—significantly reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Drawing on data from nearly 93,000 U.S. adults, researchers found the strongest and most consistent protective effects among African American, Latino, and White participants.

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Cocoa Flavanols Show Anti-Inflammatory Effects

Lifestyle Changes Show Power to Prevent Alzheimer’s

Green Mediterranean Diet Slows Brain Aging

Artificial Sweeteners Tied to Faster Cognitive Decline

Dietary Intervention Could Slow Deadly Brain Cancer Growth

Omega-3s May Protect Against Daytime Sleepiness

Eating Eggs May Help Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

Common Sweetener May Raise Stroke Risk by Altering Brain Cells

Eating Dairy May Trigger Nightmares

Fruits and Veggies Boost Sleep Quality

Low-Calorie Diets May Increase Depression Risk

Adopting the MIND Diet May Lower Dementia Risk at Any Age

How Your Brain Saves Nostalgia From Scandals

Dietary Lecithin Linked to Lower Cognitive Impairment

How to Map Brain Circuits Without Touching a Single Neuron

Overlooked Blood Cell May Tracks Parkinson’s Brain Changes

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