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“Each year, millions of people sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI), often resulting in serious, long-term consequences. Research indicates that even one head injury is linked to a higher risk of developing dementia, with the risk increasing further after two or more.”

“Using the sauna 4-7 times per week (20 minutes at 174o F) was associated with: 50% lower cardiovascular disease risk, 40% lower all-cause mortality, and a 66% lower risk of dementia and a 65% lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease compared to men that used the sauna once a week.”

“Huntington’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by uncontrolled movements, speech problems, personality changes, and dementia. The disease is caused by a single genetic mutation, called a CAG repeat, that drives abnormal protein folding and aggregation of the huntingtin protein and subsequent death of striatal neurons.”

“In addition, omega-3 supplementation influenced the distribution and accumulation of glutamate receptors and ion channels involved in synaptic plasticity, potentially influencing memory formation.”

“A diminished or lost sense of smell is a common feature of the early stages of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. But a new study in mice that carry the APOE4 gene variant, the primary genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, shows that DHA – a type of omega-3 fatty acid found in fish – protects against these losses.”

“However, participants with higher levels of a leptin-related marker called soluble leptin receptor were more likely to have poorer brain structure. These findings suggest that leptin protects brain health, potentially reducing the risk of dementia later in life.”

“Insomnia increases the risk of depression, dementia, and heart disease, making effective, accessible treatments essential. A recent study found that people who practiced yoga increased their total sleep time by nearly two hours compared to those receiving usual care.”

“Memory loss often occurs with aging and may be the result of health disorders, emotional problems, mild cognitive impairment, or another type of dementia. Findings from a new study suggest that transcranial alternating current stimulation improves memory in older adults.”

“A 2020 study in flies and mice showed that reactive oxygen species, which drive oxidative stress, accumulate in the gut during sleep deprivation, leading to death. Researchers deprived flies and mice of sleep for various durations, occasionally allowing them to sleep.”

“Loss of blood-brain barrier integrity increases the risk of many neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia and Alzheimer's. A 2021 study found that having a higher omega-3 index preserves the blood-brain barrier and maintains cognitive function in older adults.”