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Covid pandemic ‘had lasting impact’ on brain health of people aged 50 or over

UK study finds cognitive function and working memory in older adults declined even if they were not infected with virus

The Guardian - UK

Pandemic had real lasting impact on cognitive function in over-50s, study finds

Researchers found cognitive function and working memory in older people declined more rapidly during the pandemic

The Independent UK

Nutritional psychiatrist Felice Jacka: ‘The global food system is the leading cause of early death’

The Australian scientist on the links between ultra-processed foods and decreased brain health, and the effect of government policy and industry resistance

The Guardian - UK

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The money is helping families now – Penny Watson praises new dementia fund

The Brain Health Fund, set up by the PFA and the Premier League, has made £1million available to support affected ex-players.

The Independent UK

Aging with a healthy brain: How lifestyle changes could help prevent up to 40% of dementia cases

A 65-year-old woman repeatedly seeks medical help for her failing memory. She is first told it’s nothing to worry about, then, a year later, that it’s “just normal aging.” Until finally, the penny drops: “It’s Alzheimer’s. There is no cure.”

The Conversation

People have a right to know if aging politicians are physically, mentally fit

We need to have a national conversation about measuring elected officials’ physical and mental-brain health, balancing the public’s right to know with the person’s right to privacy.

Chicago Sun-Times

Here's why blueberries are great for your memory and brain health

Blueberries and their effect on brain health

The Times of India

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Poor dental health can make your brain shrink

Did you think not brushing your teeth can only cause a cavity? Think twice before skipping oral health. Poor oral hygiene can increase your chance of getting gum disease, dental cavities, and a host of other health issues, including diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. Recently, a new study by Japanese…

The Times of India

Poverty is linked to poorer brain development – but reading can help counteract it

Early childhood is a critical period for brain development, which is important for boosting cognition and mental wellbeing. Good brain health at this age is directly linked to better mental heath, cognition and educational attainment in adolescence and adulthood. It can also provide resilience in times of stress.

The Conversation

'Premature baby's brain is affected by what their parents do for a living'

Miriam Stoppard shares research from Edinburgh University that reveals social inequalities play a massive role in the brain health of early babies, and how support should be targeted to help these children thrive

Daily Mirror

Do you know Brain connectivity, memory improves in older adults after walking? Study finds

Walking enhances connections within and between three different brain networks, including one linked to Alzheimer's disease, according to a recent study from the University of Maryland School of Public Health, adding to the growing body of research showing that exercise is beneficial for brain health. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Extra benefits of intermittent fasting

"Intermittent fasting has been shown to have various health benefits [including] the promotion of brain health"

Salon

Napping may be beneficial for your brain – here's how

Sleep plays an important role in keeping the brain healthy, which is why people are advised to get at least 7-9 hours each night. When people have difficulties with sleep, for example, they usually feel more stressed. This is because a lack of sleep activates the body’s stress response, which…

The Conversation

Nutritional therapist recommends best foods to eat if you're having brain fog

A change in diet could help

Nottingham Post

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Nutritional therapist's best foods to eat if you're experiencing brain fog

A change in diet could help

Napping regularly is good for brain health, reveals new study

Research finds taking regular naps may keep your brain healthy as you age

Dynamite News

Regular naps linked to increased brain volume: Study

A new study done by academics at UCL and the University of the Republic in Uruguay reveals that daytime napping could help to protect brain function by reducing the pace at which our brains shrink as we age. Read Further on Dynamite News:

Fortune

Bosses take note: power naps may keep your employees sharper for longer

Napping on the job was once grounds for being fired. But new research shows that it may improve brain health and cognitive abilities.

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The Guardian - UK

Short daytime naps may keep brain healthy as it ages, study says

Brief doze may delay brain shrinkage, which occurs faster in people with neurodegenerative diseases

The Independent UK

Regular napping could be good for brain health, research suggests

Researchers hope their findings will help reduce any stigma that still exists around daytime napping.

Fortune

Walking, meditation, connecting with friends—Maria Shriver's self-care habits are a veritable to-do list for better brain health

"I love to go for a walk where I can talk and call someone, usually either one of my brothers or a girlfriend."

The National (Scotland)

FA & PFA study finds increased dementia risk in ex-footballers

The FOCUS study found former players were almost three and a half times more likely to suffer neurodegenerative diseases.

Daily Record

Dumfries and Galloway health workers to test new methods of detecting Alzheimer’s disease

NHS Dumfries and Galloway and Scottish Rugby Union’s brain health clinic will be the first organisations in Scotland to pioneer the new tests

Dynamite News

Researchers find walking improves brain connectivity, memory in older adults

Walking enhances connections within and between three brain networks, including one associated to Alzheimer's disease, according to new study from the University of Maryland School of Public Health, adding to the growing body of evidence that exercise benefits brain health. Read further on Dynamite News:

Fortune

Your brain starts shrinking after 30. What you need to do next to keep your mind sharp and clear

Don’t worry, age-related shrinking is normal.

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