The risk of developing dementia later in life is strongly predicted by a person’s cognitive ability, functional limitations and physical health as many as 20 years before onset of the illness, according to a new RAND report.
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These foods are linked to brain changes and obesity, says study
There are certain lifestyle habits that are clearly linked to weight gain, like not being active in your daily life and eating a diet filled with ultra-processed foods. But new research suggests that certain foods may actually trigger changes in
Certain Foods Are Linked To Brain Changes And Obesity, Per New Study
There are certain lifestyle habits that are clearly linked to weight gain, like not being active in your daily life and eating a diet filled with ultra-processed foods. But new research suggests that certain foods may actually trigger changes in
Lower waist-to-hip ratio, diet may be linked to better memory
- BMI has been used to measure a person’s health since the early 1970s.
- Over the last few
This midlife body type is linked to better brain health later
Want a sharper mind in your golden years? Start by trimming your waistline.
A new study found that diet quality and waist-to-hip ratio in midlife are directly linked to brain health and cognitive function as we get older.
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Low B12 Is Linked To Dementia. How To Know If You’re Getting Enough
While vitamin B12 might not be as buzzy as calcium or an immediately recognizable household name like Vitamin C or D, it’s just as important for your health—and particularly your brain health.
This water-soluble vitamin plays a role in a
Study finds diabetes linked to accelerated brain aging, but healthy habits can help
In a recent study published in Diabetes Care, researchers examined the association between prediabetes and brain aging. They also investigated whether modifiable lifestyle factors could attenuate the association.
Study: Diabetes, Prediabetes, and Brain Aging: The Role of Healthy Lifestyle.
Mediterranean diet linked to better brain health in Hispanic/Latino adults
Closely following a Mediterranean diet was associated with having better brain health among Hispanic/Latino adults in a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2025. The meeting is in Los Angeles, Feb. 5-7,
Foods linked to better brainpower
Just as there is no magic pill to prevent cognitive decline, no single almighty brain food can ensure a sharp brain as you age. Nutritionists emphasize that the most important strategy is to follow a healthy dietary pattern that includes
Mouth Bacteria Linked to Brain Function Changes in Aging
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