Scientists have found a diet high in fats and low in carbs that might help protect the brains of people with a high genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease later in life. This approach, called the ketogenic or keto diet, seems to work by improving... (Audio Available – 732 words – 4 minute read time)
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Giving up smoking, even after the age of 40, can help protect your memory and thinking skills as you get older. A new study from University College London (UCL) shows that people who stop smoking... (Audio Available – 603 words – 3 minute read time)
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Very processed foods are items made with lots of added stuff like sugar, salt, fats, and fake colours or flavours. They often come ready to eat or heat, like crisps, fizzy drinks, frozen pizzas, and sausages. In the UK, these…… ...
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Recent research is shedding light on how everyday pollution from tiny plastic particles might harm our brains in ways that mimic Alzheimer’s disease. These bits, known as microplastics and even smaller nanoplastics, come from things like broken-down packaging, clothes fibres,…… ...
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Scientists have uncovered everyday habits that could help protect against dementia, with research showing that simple lifestyle changes like regular exercise, healthy eating, and staying socially active might slow or even prevent cognitive
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In recent years, worries about plastic pollution have grown, not just for the environment but also for our health. Tiny bits of plastic, known as microplastics and nanoplastics (often called MNPs), are everywhere - in the air, water, and food. These particles... (Audio Available – 1,168 words – 6 minute read time)
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The 2025 Alzheimer's Association International Conference brought together nearly 19,000 experts from around the world in Toronto to share fresh ideas on spotting, treating, and preventing brain decline. Over 6,400 research
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Scientists caution that contracting shingles may heighten Alzheimer’s risk. An Oxford University led study suggests the infection triggers a brain reaction tied to dementia by reactivating a dormant
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Researchers have found that hearing loss combined with acute loneliness can accelerate cognitive decline in older adults, offering a potential simple preventive measure for millions at risk of dementia
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For years, Alzheimer’s research has focused on A-beta and tau amyloids, which harm neurons and impair brain function. A recent study from Johns Hopkins University suggests these plaques may not act alone
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