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Why a 'Slip, Slop, Slap' campaign for our brains could save billions

Nearly half of all dementia risk factors are within our control.

The Canberra Times

Avoiding three things in middle age ‘linked to 13 extra years without dementia’

Researchers found having normal blood pressure, no diabetes and not smoking all had a positive effect on dementia risk.

Evening Standard

New Research Raises Questions About Whether Binge-Watching Could Affect Brain Health Over Time

A new study links frequent midlife TV viewing to smaller brain regions associated with memory, underscoring the value of cognitive stimulation for brain health.

Medical Daily

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In memory care deserts, senior centers can help close the gap in brain-related healthcare

About 90 miles north of Phoenix, the town of Yarnell nestles atop a winding mountain road. Phoenix, a sprawling city of more than 1.6 million people, has one physician for every 2,407 people. But in Yarnell and other rural areas in Arizona, the ratio is one for every 3,896. Like…

The Conversation

6 Simple Changes That May Protect Your Brain From Stroke

Stroke often seems like a sudden medical emergency that happens without warning. However, doctors say that many strokes are linked to health conditions and daily habits that develop quietly over time. The good news is that small lifestyle changes made today may significantly reduce your future risk. From checking your…

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I electrocuted my own vagus nerve every day for a week to find out if brain health wearables are worth the hype

Can I shock my stress away? I dove into the wild world of neurotech.

TechRadar

7 Everyday Mistakes That Can Harm Your Brain

Your brain works every second of every day, even when you are asleep. It controls your thoughts, memories, emotions, and every movement you make. But what if some of your daily habits are silently harming it without you even noticing? From skipping meals to holding on to anger, small lifestyle…

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A Battle Against Time As Illustrated By Billy Ray Smith Jr., Renewing Focus on the Dementia

Billy Ray Smith Jr. dies at 64 after dementia linked to CTE. His case highlights the long-term effects of repeated head trauma and brain health.

Medical Daily

Researchers Have Conducted a New Study That Suggests Time-Restricted Eating Could Help Slow Cognitive Decline in Older Adults

A new study suggests time-restricted eating may help slow cognitive decline in older adults by supporting brain health, though more human research is needed.

Medical Daily

Eating Within a Nine-Hour Window May Help Protect Brain Health and Slow Cognitive Decline in Older Adults, Study Finds

A small study found that older women who limited eating to nine hours showed modest gains in problem-solving and spatial planning, but researchers caution that larger trials are needed.

Medical Daily

The habits you could adopt this summer to protect your brain health

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The Independent UK

Six simple summer habits to protect your brain health, according to experts

Looking after your brain and strengthening your cognitive muscle can have a lasting impact on your overall wellbeing, both now and in the future

The Independent UK

Sleeping More Than 8.5 Hours Every Night Is Tied to an Alzheimer's Blood Marker: What That Actually Means

A UT Health San Antonio study of 2,410 older adults found that regularly sleeping 8.5+ hours was linked to higher Alzheimer's blood marker p-tau181 — not as a cause, but as an early signal.

Medical Daily

I used ChatGPT to learn about World Brain Day — these 7 prompts taught me how to improve my brain health

For World Brain Day, I used the following 7 prompts with ChatGPT to learn everything I need to know about what it takes to protect and improve my brain health.

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Watching TV Very Often in Midlife Linked to Smaller Brain Regions for Memory and More White Matter Damage, Study Finds

A study of 1,712 adults in Alzheimer's & Dementia found heavy midlife TV watching linked to smaller brain memory regions and more white matter damage. Work sitting showed no such effect.

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Eat One Egg Daily? These 4 Changes May Surprise You

For years, eggs have been one of the most debated foods. Some people avoid them because of cholesterol, while others consider them one of the healthiest sources of protein. So, what really happens if you eat eggs every day for two weeks? The answer may surprise you. Eggs are packed…

The Economic Times

Could a newly discovered brain cell structure hold the secret to slowing Alzheimer's disease progression? Scientists uncover a hidden gatekeeper with shocking implications

Penn State scientists discovered a hidden structure within brain cells. This structure acts as a gatekeeper controlling what enters neurons. It regulates nutrient and protein uptake, which is vital for brain health. Disrupting this structure accelerates the absorption of harmful proteins linked to Alzheimer's. Preserving this cellular gatekeeper may offer…

The Independent UK

What people with Metabolic Syndrome should know about their brain health

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The 7 foods to include in your diet to boost brain health – including dark chocolate

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The 7 brain-boosting foods you should buy, according to experts

Different foods have different properties and compounds, such as flavonoids and omega-3 fatty acids, that can enhance brain health in different ways

The Conversation

Football headers: growing evidence suggests this skill is damaging to brain health

Whether it’s at practice or during a Fifa World Cup match, football players could unknowingly be putting their brain health at risk every time they take to the field.

Medical Daily

Fish Oil Supplements Do Not Improve Memory or Brain Health, a Two-Year Study Found

A 2026 two-year study confirmed fish oil supplements reached the brain — and still found no meaningful improvement in memory or cognition. Here's what the evidence now shows.

Woman & Home

It's never too late to improve your brain health with this one habit, a new study reveals, as 94-year-olds show progress

The study looked at the impact of brain training activities and healthy habits on the brain health of participants 19 to 94 years old

MyLifeXP

5 Healthy Foods People Eat Too Much of Without Realizing It

For years, people have been taught to swap chips for nuts, desserts for fruit, and sugary breakfasts for smoothie bowls. While these choices are undeniably better for overall health, the word "healthy" can sometimes create a false sense of security. Nutrition experts often point out that calories, sugar, and fats…

The Economic Times

Bottled-up stress is causing you more damage than you think - A new study suggests silent stress could be quietly stealing older adults' memories

Bottled-up stress, particularly internalized feelings of hopelessness, is silently eroding memory in older Chinese Americans, a Rutgers Health study reveals. This hidden emotional strain, often overlooked due to cultural pressures and immigrant challenges, significantly worsens cognitive function. The research highlights the urgent need for culturally sensitive interventions to address this…

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