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Does motherhood influence brain aging? New research suggests a positive cognitive association

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Can Motherhood Protect Your Brain? New Research on Cognitive Aging For decades, scientists have been intrigued by the complex relationship between reproductive history and long-term cognitive health in women. A recent study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia adds another layer to this understanding, suggesting that pregnancy and, particularly, breastfeeding may be linked to better cognitive … Read more

Estrogen levels in the brain may play a role in women’s risk of stress-related memory problems

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The Estrogen-Stress Connection: A New Frontier in Mental Health Recent research from the University of California, Irvine, is reshaping our understanding of how stress impacts the brain, particularly for women. The study, published in Neuron, reveals a surprising link between estrogen levels and vulnerability to lasting memory problems following multiple acute stressors – think natural … Read more

Your Choice Of Afternoon Snack Could Increase Your Risk Of Dementia

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The Rising Tide of Longevity & The Quest for a Longer *Healthspan* We’re living longer. Global life expectancy has steadily increased, with the U.S. currently averaging 80.7 years for women and 74.1 for men. But simply *living* longer isn’t enough. The real goal is extending our *healthspan* – the years spent in good health, free … Read more

Tracing the decline in American heart disease mortality

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Heart Disease & Stroke: A Declining Threat, But a Persistent Danger – What the Future Holds After a five-year surge likely fueled by the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic, deaths from heart disease and stroke are finally showing a decline. However, these conditions remain the leading causes of death in the United States, claiming more … Read more

Adding lean pork to a plant-forward diet supports healthy aging biomarkers

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Pork & Plants: Rethinking Red Meat in the Age of Healthy Aging For decades, red meat has been painted as a dietary villain. But a fascinating new study published in Current Developments in Nutrition is challenging that narrative. Researchers found that minimally processed pork, when thoughtfully integrated into a plant-forward diet, offered biomarker benefits comparable … Read more

Dr. Sanjeev Goel, M.D.’s 20-Year Mission: Racing Against

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The Future of Alzheimer’s Prevention: A Doctor’s Personal Experiment and the Emerging Science Toronto, ON – Dr. Sanjeev Goel, a family physician and longevity expert, is embarking on a groundbreaking, publicly documented mission to prevent Alzheimer’s disease. This isn’t theoretical research; it’s a deeply personal experiment fueled by a genetic predisposition – a copy of … Read more

How we rewrite our memories every time we recall a moment and why that can help us

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The Rewriting Brain: How Remembering is Reshaping Our Future We’ve long pictured memories as fixed points in time, neatly cataloged within our brains. Like exhibits in a museum, we revisit them to understand who we are and where we’ve been. But emerging neuroscience is turning that idea on its head. The latest research suggests memories … Read more

Research finds persistent prescribing of risky medications to older adults with dementia

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One in Four Seniors with Dementia Receive Risky Brain Medications: What’s Next? A concerning new study published in JAMA reveals that despite long-standing warnings, approximately 25% of Medicare beneficiaries diagnosed with dementia are still prescribed medications with potentially dangerous side effects – including increased risk of falls, confusion, and hospitalization. While prescriptions have modestly declined … Read more

Brain Health Challenge: Doctor Appointments for Your Mind and Body

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The Holistic Brain: Why Your Body’s Health is Now Your Brain’s Business For decades, brain health was largely considered a separate entity – something to be nurtured through puzzles, learning, and mental agility. But a paradigm shift is underway. The final day of the recent Brain Health Challenge from the New York Times rightly highlighted … Read more

Brain Health Challenge: Test Your Knowledge of Healthy Habits

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The Future of Brain Health: Beyond Diet and Exercise For decades, the mantra for a healthy brain has been simple: eat well, exercise regularly, and stay mentally active. But as our understanding of neuroscience deepens, a far more nuanced – and exciting – future of brain health is emerging. We’re moving beyond preventative measures to … Read more

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