The Sugar-Diabetes-Dementia Triangle

SUGAR raises diabetes AND dementia risk. Will research into the hormone "amylin" reveal the reason why?

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Brains & Blueberries

DIET VIDEO:
Blueberries can significantly improve cognitive performance within hours of consumption. See Dr. Greger on NutritionFacts.org to see how much.

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How to Use Coconut Oil for Dementia

DIET VIDEO: The jury is out on coconut oil for dementia. Many institutions remain skeptical, while others cautiously review clinical trials. In the meantime, people who don't have time to wait are asking about it. Here's a practical video based on the current literature. (This video does not contain medical advice. Always ask your doctor before using coconut oil for dementia.)

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Blueberry Vinegar Boosts Memory in Lab

DIET & NUTRITION: Blueberry vinegar may fight dementia by improving cognitive function. Learn about improvements to short-term memory in the lab as reported in The Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.

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Vitamin D Deficiency Ups Dementia By 53%

VIDEO + ARTICLE:

In the largest study of its kind, not getting enough vitamin D turned out to double the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s. See why supplements may not be the answer. Find out which foods to eat.

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"Beet" Alzheimer's with Betanin

DIET VIDEOS + ARTICLE:

Beets get red from betanin. Betanin slows the accumulation of brain plaque, Alzheimer's #1 culprit. Learn how. See NutritionFacts.org's Dr. Greger on the way fresh beets fight dementia, and how much to eat or drink.

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Wine is Nice, But Heavy Drinking Doubles Dementia

It's well known that a little red wine each day lowers dementia risk. But just how bad is overdoing it? The latest study may shock you.

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Mediterranean Diet Blocks Bad Genes, Preventing Strokes

Scientists studied the relationship between diet, genetics and stroke, which causes vascular dementia. They arrived at a conclusive way to prevent a stroke. It is simply this: Eat a Mediterranean Diet.

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Pecan Salad with Avocado Grapefruit Vinaigrette

BRAIN-HEALTHY RECIPE:

This appeals to the senses: beautiful to look at, delicious to taste, refreshing aroma from dementia-shielding citrus and satisfying crunch from brain-healthy, antioxidant rich Pecans.

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Pecans Provide a Brain Boost

Add pecans to your meals to eat better and fight dementia. Discover three great ways pecans help your brain-boosting diet.

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