Why Egg consumption and Alzheimer’s risk share a surprising connection
A study of more than 39,000 participants found a notable connection between regular egg eating and reduced dementia risk, though researchers say the full picture is more complicated. Eggs have spent years moving in and out of nutritional favor, praised for their protein and scrutinized for their cholesterol. A new […]
Eating eggs may be one of the simplest ways to protect your memory as you age
Most conversations about brain health gravitate toward leafy greens, fatty fish and dark chocolate. Eggs rarely lead the discussion, but a growing body of research suggests they deserve a much higher spot on the list. A study published in August 2024 in the journal Nutrients found a meaningful connection between regular egg consumption and cognitive […]
Tips to boost oral health and protect your brain
Good oral hygiene has long been associated with a confident smile and fresh breath, but researchers and dental experts say its benefits reach far beyond the mouth all the way to the brain. The gum disease and Alzheimer’s connection When oral care is neglected, bacteria accumulate around the teeth and gums, leading to gingivitis and, […]
Vitamin D’s role in 3 major health conditions
For decades, vitamin D has been celebrated mostly for keeping bones strong and teeth healthy. But a growing body of research is painting a far broader picture of what this nutrient technically a hormone does inside the human body. Beyond bone support, vitamin D plays a documented role in regulating the immune system and supporting […]
Fish oil’s role in brain health is more complicated than anyone expected
Fish oil has spent decades near the top of the supplement conversation, largely on the strength of its omega-3 fatty acid content and the research connecting those fats to reduced risk of cognitive decline, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease. A new study is complicating that picture in ways that matter for a specific and sizable population. […]
The sleep habit that protects your brain more than hours
Most people focus on how many hours of sleep they get each night but a new study suggests that the type of sleep you’re getting may matter just as much, if not more, when it comes to long term brain health. Researchers have found that consistently getting less deep sleep and less REM sleep may […]
How broken sleep cycles harm your brain
Most people know that a bad night’s sleep leaves them feeling foggy the next morning. But new research suggests the consequences of consistently disrupted sleep rhythms go far deeper reaching into the brain itself and quietly accelerating structural changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline. A study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal […]
Alzheimer’s Drugs Debate Grows Over £90K Cost
A fresh analysis is raising concerns about whether recently developed Alzheimer’s treatments deliver meaningful benefits for patients, despite earlier optimism surrounding their arrival. The findings suggest that while the drugs represent scientific progress, their real world impact may fall short of expectations. New analysis questions whether widely discussed treatments meaningfully improve patients lives. The treatments, […]
Sleep and dementia are more connected than most people realize
Sleep does far more than rest the body. While you sleep, the brain runs a biological cleaning cycle, flushing out toxic proteins through a network of channels that only activates during rest. One of those proteins, amyloid beta, is closely associated with the progression of dementia. When sleep is chronically disrupted, that clearing process breaks […]
High dose flu shot may cut Alzheimer’s risk by 55%
A new study finds older adults who get a stronger flu vaccine may cut their Alzheimer’s risk significantly and women appear to benefit the most. Researchers may have found a compelling new reason for older adults to roll up their sleeves every flu season. Older adults who received a high-dose influenza vaccine had a 55% […]