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The Surprising Way to Reduce Your Dementia Risk

Using a hearing aid is one of the easiest ways to protect your brain. Read More

Reducing this type of cholesterol may lower dementia risk by 80%. Have you even heard of it?

The reduction in risk is potentially significant. Lowering the amount of cholesterol in the blood by a mere 1 millimole per liter — equal to about 39 mg/dL — was associated with up to an 80% lower ... Read More

Alzheimer's risk declines sharply with one daily lifestyle change, researchers say

New study reveals physical activity in midlife and later life can reduce dementia risk by up to 45%, offering significant hope for brain health protection. Read More

Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk, new study suggests

For years, scientists have known that moving our bodies can sharpen our minds. Physical activity boosts blood flow to the brain, enhances neuroplasticity and reduces chronic inflammation. These ... Read More

Researchers find a simple way to reduce dementia risk

New UC Davis research links sense of purpose to lower dementia risk. Adults with strong purpose in life were 28% less likely to develop cognitive decline. Findings suggest purpose may protect the ... Read More

Dementia risk slashed with one common health intervention, study finds

Addressing hearing loss early on may significantly reduce the risk of dementia, a recent study found. Adults with hearing loss who reported wearing hearing aids before they were 70 years old cut their ... Read More

Simple lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of dementia

About half of dementia cases are potentially preventable – even if it runs in your family. In this episode, host Cristina Quinn talks with Laura Baker of the U.S. POINTER study and Monica Parker about ... Read More

Neurologists Recommend Eating This Nut to Reduce Your Dementia Risk

Certain lifestyle habits, like eating a nutritious diet, can lower dementia risk. Walnuts are rich in healthy fats, antioxidants and fiber, which may protect both your brain and heart. For a healthy ... Read More

Simple steps to reduce risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease

SIMPLE STEPS THAT CAN REALLY MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE. WE HAVE THIS TOOL CALLED THE BREAKER SCORE. THE BRAIN CARE SCORE, DEVELOPED AT HARVARD AND MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM TO HELP DETERMINE THE IMPACT OF ... Read More

New dementia trial can help you determine your risk

Dementia risk may be twice as high as Americans live longer, according to a study published earlier this year, but Dallas researchers hope to stop that trend, and you can help. The "Impact of ... Read More

Could your urine predict your dementia risk?

Hong Xu receives funding from the Swedish Research Council . A simple urine test could reveal your risk of developing dementia decades before symptoms appear, a new study shows. For the study, my ... Read More