12 stories tagged #dementia risk

  1. Harvard Study Links Junk Food to 58% Higher Dementia Risk
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    Harvard Study Links Junk Food to 58% Higher Dementia Risk

    A new Harvard study finds adults who consume the most ultraprocessed foods have a 58% higher risk of dementia. Here is what you need to know.

    5h ago 1 min read
  2. New Study Reveals Optimal Sleep Duration to Reduce Dementia Risk
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    New Study Reveals Optimal Sleep Duration to Reduce Dementia Risk

    Research analyzing millions of participants suggests 7-8 hours of sleep nightly is ideal for lowering dementia risk, alongside physical activity and reduced sedentary time.

    last mo. 2 min read
  3. E-Cigarette Use Tied to Increased Dementia Risk in Young Adults
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    E-Cigarette Use Tied to Increased Dementia Risk in Young Adults

    New research suggests e-cigarette use among young adults may be linked to higher early cognitive decline and potential dementia risk, raising public health concerns.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Sleep EEG Brain Age Index Predicts Dementia Risk
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    Sleep EEG Brain Age Index Predicts Dementia Risk

    A new study reveals that a 'brain age' derived from sleep EEG can significantly predict future dementia risk in older adults, offering a promising early detection tool.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. Blood Pressure Readings May Predict Dementia Risk Decades Early
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    Blood Pressure Readings May Predict Dementia Risk Decades Early

    Routine blood pressure checks could reveal dementia risk up to 25 years before symptoms emerge, researchers say.

    2mo ago 2 min read
  6. Menopause Triggers Brain Changes, Cognitive Shifts: New Study Reveals Impacts
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    Menopause Triggers Brain Changes, Cognitive Shifts: New Study Reveals Impacts

    Research uncovers how menopause affects brain structure, cognitive function, and mental health, exploring Hormone Replacement Therapy's role and lifestyle interventions.

    3mo ago 2 min read
  7. Daily Brushing Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk, Experts Say
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    Daily Brushing Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk, Experts Say

    New research suggests that maintaining good oral hygiene, including regular brushing, may significantly lower the risk of serious health conditions like Alzheimer's disease.

    3mo ago 2 min read
  8. Harvard Study: Your Daily Coffee Could Slash Dementia Risk
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    Harvard Study: Your Daily Coffee Could Slash Dementia Risk

    New research from Harvard reveals the optimal daily coffee intake to significantly lower dementia risk, highlighting the power of antioxidants and caffeine for brain health.

    3mo ago 1 min read