Research suggests taking 18p pill could help prevent dementia later in life

For decades, brain research has focused on addressing the impact of cognitive decline in people over 60. However, scientists are now switching their attention to “accelerated changes” that occur in the brain from your forties onwards. And one thing which could help stop cognitive decline linked to dementia is as cheap as 18p a day, … Read more

‘I’m a nutritionist – these are the 3 foods that will slash your risk of dementia’

Dementia rates are set to almost triple in the coming decades. Despite the dismal forecasts, there are ways you can reduce your risk of the mind-robbing condition. As the proportion of older people in the population is increasing in nearly every country, the number of dementia patients is expected to reach 78 million in 2030 … Read more

Expert recommends the ‘very best’ exercise for preventing Alzheimer’s disease

Contrary to popular opinion, dementia isn’t a direct result of ageing. This means you can reduce your risk of the mind-robbing condition. What’s more, an expert, who was actually able to reverse dementia in a clinical trial, recommended the “very best” exercise for keeping your brain sharp. Dr Heather Sandison, specialist in neurocognitive medicine, was … Read more

‘I’m a consultant psychiatrist – here are five ways to reduce your dementia risk’

Dementia is not a direct result of ageing which means there are ways to modify your risk. A healthy diet is one of the greatest weapons you can add to your arsenal of protection, but there are other lifestyle changes that also play a huge role. Dr Jaleel Mohammed, Consultant Psychiatrist, took to his TikTok … Read more