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Dementia

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Fish oil reached the brain but didn't protect it

Researchers gave 365 older adults at higher risk of dementia high-dose fish oil or a placebo for two years. The omega-3 reached their brains, but memory, thinking and brain shrinkage were no different from placebo.

Jul 22, 2026

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Exercise twice a week tracked with lower dementia risk

In 9,714 older Americans, those keeping up at least moderate activity - roughly 20 minutes, twice a week or more - were less likely to develop dementia. Less frequent activity showed no clear benefit. It points to a link, not proof.

Jul 21, 2026

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A regular sleep schedule tracked with lower dementia risk

A week of wrist-monitor sleep in 82,391 UK adults showed that those with the most regular schedules were less likely to develop dementia, and a steady rhythm seemed to offset sleeping too little. It shows a link, not proof.

Jul 21, 2026