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These summer fruits may benefit your brain health

These summer fruits may benefit your brain health

Summer is a great time for people to eat more fruits and vegetables. Many summer fruits, such as berries, grapes, and cherries, are high in...
Sitting too much may change your brain region critical for memory

Sitting too much may change your brain region critical for memory

In a new study, researchers found that sitting too much is linked to the change of a brain region critical for memory. The study was...
Scientists discover a drug that may improve memory

Scientists discover a drug that may improve memory

In a new study, researchers found that a drug could help improve long-term memory. Long-term memory is used to remember anything before 48 hours ago. The...
More vitamin D could boost memory, but may slow you down

More vitamin D could boost memory, but may slow you down

In a new study, researchers found vitamin D could improve memory performance in older people. However, when taking too much vitamin D supplements, it could...
These 5 things could protect people from dementia

These 5 things could protect people from dementia

As we get old, our cognitive functions naturally decline.  But for some people, their cognitive ability changes faster, and this could lead to mild...
This diet may protect mental health in older people

Mediterranean-style diet may protect mental health, study finds

In a new study, researchers found that eating a Mediterranean-type diet may protect against depression in later life. The research was conducted by a team...
Body weight change may raise dementia risk

Body weight change may raise dementia risk

In a new study, researchers found that in older people, big weight gain or weight loss may increase their risk of dementia. The research was...
Three common cognitive problems all older people should know

Three common cognitive problems all older people should know

In a new study, researchers found that cognitive decline is unavoidable. All people will have cognitive decline eventually, but the extent can be quite different. The...
Feeling dizzy when standing up may signal high dementia and stroke risks

Feeling dizzy when standing up may signal high dementia and stroke risks

In a recent study, researchers found feeling faint, dizzy or lightheaded when standing up may mean a higher risk of dementia. This is because the...
Older Americans need better ways to prevent dementia

Older Americans need better ways to prevent dementia

In a new national poll, researchers found that many older Americans worry about declining brain health, especially if their loved ones have memory loss...