15 h. ago Everyday eating habits may influence dementia risk, scientists claim

In one of the largest studies of its kind, researchers have linked sharp rises in blood sugar after meals to a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia.

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21 h. ago Neurologist says six minute habit could slash your dementia risk

Dr Clint Steele has shared a simple daily habit that could help prevent cognitive decline – and it takes just six minutes

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42 h. ago Dementia is NOT inevitable: scientists reveal how MILLIONS of cases can be prevented as they unveil a 'roadmap' to beat the disease

World-leading experts say millions of dementia cases could be prevented, if the  government reassess its approach to dementia care.

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43 h. ago Dementia myth shattered: scientists say it can be prevented in millions by tackling key risks as they unveil 'roadmap' to beat the disease

World-leading experts say millions of dementia cases could be prevented, if the  government reassess its approach to dementia care.

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4 d. ago Professor says 12pm activity could boost sleep and slash dementia risk

A major study in 2025 linked a poor body clock to a high risk of developing dementia

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7 d. ago Tesco, Lidl and Nestlé urgently recall everyday food products and warn 'do not eat'

The Food Standards Agency is urging shoppers to check their cupboards and fridges

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9 d. ago Program predicts your risk of dementia, heart attack, stroke and cancer from a single night of sleep

A poor night's sleep means a bleary-eyed next day, but it could also shed light on diseases that will strike years down the road.

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1 week ago Britons eat the 'equivalent of 22 packets of crisps a day' in salt, increasing their risk of developing heart failure, dementia and diabetes

Adults are consuming the equivalent of 155 packets of crisps worth of salt a week, increasing the risk of heart failure, diabetes and dementia concerning research suggested today.

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1 week ago People who are most active in the afternoon could be at increased risk of dementia, study finds

Scientists in the US found that older adults who were most productive after 2pm were more likely to develop the memory-robbing disease than those who peaked earlier.

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2 w. ago Millions with three common symptoms may have higher dementia risk

If you experience any of these warning signs you should speak to your GP

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3 w. ago These two foods could reduce your dementia risk. Here’s what we know

The new findings may sound like welcome news, but they need careful interpretation

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3 w. ago Cheers to that! How a Christmas tipple could stop you getting dementia

Enjoying a daily glass or two of wine or beer over the festive period might slash your chances of dementia.

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3 w. ago 'No evidence' that HRT increases or decreases dementia risk, researchers say

There is 'no evidence' that the drugs frequently used by menopausal women impact the risk of the disease, a review has found.

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4 w. ago Public in the dark on high blood pressure despite being leading cause of heart attacks and strokes

One in three Britons have high blood pressure, or hypertension as it is known medically, which dramatically raises the risk of cardiovascular disease, kidney failure and dementia.

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4 w. ago The surprising fatty food linked to a lower risk of dementia

Scientists have linked a lower risk of dementia with a food generally believed to be unhealthy.

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4 w. ago The 3 popular cheeses linked to lower dementia risk in major study

People who regularly ate high-fat cheese had a lower chance of developing dementia

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