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An Optimistic Outlook May Protect the Brain
June 3, 2026
Having an optimistic outlook on life may be good for your brain, according to a new report. The study found…
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If You Smoke, Quit. Your Brain Will Thank You
June 3, 2026
Need more incentive to quit smoking? It may substantially reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new…
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Eating Eggs May Be Linked to Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
May 20, 2026
Eggs, long a popular American breakfast food, may have benefits for the brain as we age. A new study found…
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How Weight Loss Drugs May Benefit the Brain
May 6, 2026
Popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic do more than help manage diabetes and obesity. They may have benefits for the…
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Variety May Be Critical for the Aging Brain
May 6, 2026
At risk for Alzheimer’s? Take a walk with a friend, go on a trip, pick up a musical instrument, read…
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It’s Never Too Late to Start Eating Healthy
April 22, 2026
Experts encourage a plant-based diet for better overall health, including the health of the brain. But not all plant-based diets…
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Low Vitamin D Levels Tied to Alzheimer’s Brain Changes
April 22, 2026
Men and women with low vitamin D levels in their 30s and 40s were at increased risk of having brain…
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The Right Way to Sit
April 8, 2026
Studies show that sitting and other sedentary behaviors are bad for our overall health, including the health of our brain.…
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A DASH of Prevention
April 8, 2026
Good news on the food front: Two new studies show that eating a heart-healthy diet may help to keep the…
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The Secret to Super-Ager’s Brain Health
March 25, 2026
What makes the brains of so-called super agers—those aged 80 and older who remain as mentally sharp as someone 30…
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10 Minutes to Better Brain Health
March 25, 2026
Older adults who regularly engaged in exercise sessions lasting at least 10 minutes at a leisurely pace had healthier brains…
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Fighting Inflammation May Help Protect Your Brain
March 11, 2026
Doctors increasingly recognize the role that inflammation plays in many diseases of aging, including heart disease and diabetes. Now a…
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Brain Training Games May Have Long-Term Benefits
March 11, 2026
Older men and women who completed five to six weeks of a computerized brain training program showed benefits up to…
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2 to 3 Cups of Coffee a Day May Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk
February 25, 2026
Good news for coffee drinkers. A large new analysis found that people who drank two to three cups of caffeinated…
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Lifelong Mental Stimulation May Protect Against Alzheimer’s
February 25, 2026
Staying mentally engaged throughout life may lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease in old age, according to a new…
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Blood Sugar Spikes After Eating May Raise Alzheimer’s Risk
February 11, 2026
People who have abnormally high elevations in blood sugar after meals may be at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease,…
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Insomnia Poses Major Risk
February 11, 2026
Poor sleep has been linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. A new…
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A Hidden Danger for People With Alzheimer’s: Excess Medications
January 28, 2026
One in four older Americans with Alzheimer’s disease are prescribed risky medications they may not need, according to a new…
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Hearing Aids May Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk
January 28, 2026
Hearing aids are an invaluable technology for people with hearing loss. Still, many people who could benefit don’t wear them,…
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What Our Body Clocks May Say About Our Alzheimer’s Risk
January 14, 2026
Our circadian rhythms, the internal body clock that determines when we are most active and alert and when we wind…
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Is Full-Fat Cheese Good for the Brain?
January 14, 2026
Fans of triple-crème brie, cheddar and quiche may be heartened by a recent study that found that consuming high-fat cheese…
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Social Interaction May Be Key to Keeping the Brain Young
December 24, 2025
Two new studies underscore the importance of social interaction in helping to keep the brain in good working order as…
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6 Symptoms of Depression That May Raise Your Alzheimer’s Risk
December 24, 2025
Being depressed has been linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Now researchers…
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Your Driving Habits Could Predict Cognitive Decline
December 10, 2025
Your driving patterns could be an early indicator of cognitive decline, a new study suggests. Identifying changing driving habits could…
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