How Small Habits Can Protect Your Brain as You Age
How Small Habits Can Protect Your Brain as You Age
How Small Habits Can Protect Your Brain as You Age
Brain health is gaining attention as more Americans live longer. Around one in nine people aged 65 and older now has Alzheimer’s disease. Maintaining cognitive function is becoming a priority for many. Conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol raise the risk of Alzheimer’s. Untreated hearing loss also contributes to dementia and social isolation.
Regular physical and mental activity helps keep the brain sharp. Staying connected with others lowers the risk of cognitive decline. Small, consistent habits often make the biggest difference.
About 10% of those over 65 live with some form of dementia. Early detection through regular check-ups can spot changes in memory or thinking before they worsen. Prioritising brain health requires lifelong effort. Simple steps like exercise, socialising, and medical check-ins can support long-term cognitive function. These actions help reduce risks linked to dementia and other age-related conditions.
California judge blocks attempt to expose UCLA's pro-Palestinian event speakers
Free speech wins as a judge halts a campaign to silence Palestinian rights advocates. The decision exposes the dangers of lawfare targeting campus activism.
Seniors embrace smartphones as digital adoption soars to 90% in 2025
From Instagram to GPS, today's seniors rely on tech for daily life. Could smartphones be the key to sharper minds and stronger social bonds?
Long COVID's hidden toll: Brain fog, aging, and lingering symptoms explained
The virus doesn't just fade away after recovery. Many battle brain fog, lost senses, and weakened immunity—long after testing negative. What's really happening inside their bodies?
Low-protein, methionine-rich diet may unlock healthier ageing, study reveals
What if eating less protein—but the right kind—could slow ageing? Scientists uncover how a methionine-rich diet redefines longevity without calorie cuts.