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3 days ago

These 5-Second Hand Exercises For Preventing Dementia Are Going Viral - Here's What Experts Say

"While there are a few studies showing that aspects of mild cognitive impairment might be improved with these types of hand exercises, I would put forward that there is nothing magical about these movements," said neurologist Dr. Chris Winter. Hand exercises are a way to practice motor skills, which can be beneficial for maintaining cognitive abilities as we age. But it might be a stretch to suggest that specific movements are going to remove your risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
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fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Gathering for Good: Holiday Socializing Keeps You Sharp

Social engagement during the holidays supports brain and cognitive health and can help reduce dementia risk despite some seasonal risks.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Dementia risk for people who quit smoking in middle age same as someone who never smoked'

Quitting smoking in middle age greatly slows cognitive decline, making dementia risk within ten years comparable to that of never-smokers.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

A Tech Device to Prevent Cognitive Decline and Dementia

Imagine there is a tech device that will substantially decrease your chances of developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease? Would you be interested in using that device? Such a tech device exists-an anti-dementia device. If you want it to be effective, you should start using it early to prevent the risks of dementia. Use it before you show any signs of cognitive decline or dementia-sooner is better. But there's even evidence that it can slow the rate of decline for people already displaying mild cognitive impairment.
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fromNatural Health News
3 months ago

Curiosity could be the key to preventing cognitive decline in aging adults

Certain types of curiosity persist in older adults and higher situational curiosity associates with better cognitive health, potentially delaying dementia.
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fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Homocysteine: An Overlooked Factor in Dementia Prevention

Elevated homocysteine levels impair brain chemistry and memory, while modifiable lifestyle factors and targeted testing can help protect cognitive health.
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