The World Health Organization says that up to half of dementia cases could be curbed before they start. The key is tackling twelve risk factors. New findings point to an easy diet change: eat less processed red meat. Doing this might cut dementia risk by 13%. Health experts also highlighted two things many people ignore. Keeping active socially helps. So does keeping blood pressure in check. The brain needs both of these. Fresh imaging studies are exploring further. Researchers monitor structural brain changes that are tied to time and neurological diseases.
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Faith & Music: Houston's Dementia Friendly Church - ABC13 Houston
Faith & Music: Houston's Dementia Friendly Church ABC13 Houston
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Study links processed red meat to a 13% higher dementia risk: 5 foods to avoid for better brain health - Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Study links processed red meat to a 13% higher dementia risk: 5 foods to avoid for better brain health Fort Worth Star-Telegram
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Why experts say to cut back on sweets, red meat and fried food on the MIND diet to reduce dementia risk - Miami Herald
Why experts say to cut back on sweets, red meat and fried food on the MIND diet to reduce dementia risk Miami Herald
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MRI reveals links between brain aging, neuro disorders - AuntMinnie
MRI reveals links between brain aging, neuro disorders AuntMinnie
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Wife Left Husband, 90, With Dementia Alone in 'Deplorable' Home as She Got Dinner With Friends - AOL.com
Wife Left Husband, 90, With Dementia Alone in 'Deplorable' Home as She Got Dinner With Friends AOL.com