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Deep Sleep May Help Protect the Brain Against Alzheimer’s Onset
September 15, 2020
Sound, restorative sleep may help gird the brain against the ravages of Alzheimer’s disease, scientists report. And the more of…
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Flu Shot Vaccine
Flu and Pneumonia Vaccines May Help Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease
August 18, 2020
As coronavirus continues to pose a threat, it may be particularly important to get a flu shot this year. Influenza…
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Fish as Brain Food, Combating the Effects of Pollution
August 6, 2020
Air pollution is linked to an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, respiratory disease, cancer and early death. It has…
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5 Ways to Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk
July 13, 2020
Adopting four of five healthy lifestyle measures may lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by up to 60 percent,…
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Modest Amounts of Fruits and Vegetables May Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk
June 17, 2020
Eating fruits and vegetables may lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. And it may not take much: including in…
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Processed Meat and Starchy Foods, Particularly in Combination, May Raise Dementia Risk
June 17, 2020
French researchers report that diets high in processed meats and starchy foods, especially when they are consumed together, are tied…
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Stay Social! Being Alone Can Increase Your Alzheimer’s Risk
April 28, 2020
In this time of social distancing and coronavirus, a growing number of people find themselves isolated, lacking social interaction and…
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A Daily Aspirin May Have Limited Brain Benefits
April 3, 2020
Many people take a daily baby aspirin to lower their risk of heart disease, stroke, colon cancer and other ailments.…
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For a Younger Brain, Try Walking, Gardening, Swimming or Dancing
March 30, 2020
Older women and women who regularly engaged in physical activities like walking, gardening, swimming or dancing appeared to have larger…
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Moderate Drinking May Be Good for Your Brain
March 30, 2020
Moderate drinking may be good for the brain. Researchers found that older men and women who had a habit of…
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Aerobic Exercise Shows Brain Benefits for Those at Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
March 27, 2020
Healthy men and women at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease showed brain benefits from a six-month aerobic workout program.…
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Eating Flavonols, Found in Fruits, Vegetables and Tea, May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
March 25, 2020
Consuming foods and drinks high in flavonols, a group of compounds found in nearly all fruits and vegetables and in…
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Obesity may lead to Alzheimer's
Obesity at Midlife Tied to Increased Dementia Risk
January 21, 2020
Being obese in middle age may increase your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia later in…
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Reading and Writing May Be Good for the Brain
January 15, 2020
People who never learned to read or write have nearly three times greater risk of developing dementia than people who…
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Ski Study Shows How Exercise May Aid the Brain
January 15, 2020
A large analysis of nearly 200,000 competitive cross-country skiers confirms what many other studies have shown: physical activity not only…
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How Light May Help People with Alzheimer’s Disease
January 13, 2020
Exposure to bright light may improve sleep and ease depression and agitation in people with Alzheimer’s disease, according to a…
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Trans Fats Tied to Increased Alzheimer’s Risk
November 11, 2019
People who have high levels of trans fats in their blood are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease years later,…
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New Guidelines Urge a Healthy Lifestyle to Prevent Dementia
September 23, 2019
Some basic health and lifestyle measures can help people reduce their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms dementia,…
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Genetic Alzheimer's Prevention
At Genetic Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease? A Healthy Lifestyle May Help
August 20, 2019
Living a healthy lifestyle may reduce the risk for Alzheimer’s, even if you carry genes that put you at risk…
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Exercise Can Help Keep the Brain ‘Young’
July 18, 2019
Everyone knows that regular exercise is good for the body, and a growing body of evidence shows it is also…
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Fighting Gum Disease May Aid in Fight Against Alzheimer’s Disease
June 19, 2019
Good dental health may be important for maintaining good brain health, according to a new report. Researchers found that people…
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Brain Scans Aid in Management of Alzheimer’s Disease
May 17, 2019
Specialized brain scans can have a big impact on the way doctors manage patients with Alzheimer’s disease, according to a…
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For Brain Health, Choose Heart-Healthy Foods
March 28, 2019
What’s the best diet to promote a healthy brain? A heart-healthy diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables and…
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Keeping Physically and Mentally Active at Midlife May Cut Dementia Risk
March 25, 2019
Staying active is not only good for the mind and body. It may also be good for the brain, according…
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