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Diet May Be Especially Important for Those at Genetic Risk of Alzheimer’s
October 7, 2026
People at increased genetic risk of Alzheimer’s may be particularly susceptible to the effects of an unhealthy diet, according to…
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How Your Work History May Affect Your Brain Health
October 7, 2026
Your employment history may impact the health of your brain. A new study found that steady employment in midlife was…
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Not Up for a Jog? Try a Super Slow Run
September 23, 2026
Exercise is good for the body and brain, a wealth of evidence shows. But it doesn’t take a vigorous jog…
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Leisure-Time Physical Activities May Be the Best Type for Brain Health
September 9, 2026
Experts agree that physical activity is good for overall health, including the health of the brain. But where and when…
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Sunshine May Be Good for the Brain
August 26, 2026
As the days grow shorter, don’t forget to spend some time outdoors. Exposure to outdoor light may be good for…
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Aim to Be a ‘Super Mover’ as You Age
August 26, 2026
Older men and women who walk far faster than their peers tend to have much slower rates of cognitive decline…
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It’s Never Too Early to Cut Down on Sugar
August 12, 2026
Eating lots of sugary foods and beverages has been linked to a range of health ills: tooth decay, obesity, heart…
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Can Medical Marijuana Help People With Advanced Alzheimer’s?
July 29, 2026
A combination of THC and CBD, two of the active ingredients in marijuana, reduced agitation in people in the advanced…
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Fish Oil Supplements Provide No Brain Benefits in Study
July 15, 2026
Do you take fish oil supplements in the hopes of boosting your brain health? You may want to save your…
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Exercise in Your 30s and 40s May Help Keep the Brain Young
July 15, 2026
Staying physically active in your 30s and 40s may have brain benefits for decades to come, according to a new…
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Strength Training May Strengthen Your Brain
July 1, 2026
Sports medicine doctors increasingly recommend strength training as part of a regular exercise routine. Also known as resistance or weight…
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What Air Pollution May Do to Your Brain
June 17, 2026
With higher summer temperatures come rising levels of air pollution and smog. And that may spell bad news for your…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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