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Should You Share That Post About Dementia? 🤔
It’s easy to hesitate, worrying about losing followers. But here’s the reality: Approximately 150 million U.S. adults—nearly half of your followers—have experienced dementia through a family member, friend, or coworker.
It’s easy to hesitate, worrying about losing followers. But here’s the reality: Approximately 150 million U.S. adults—nearly half of your followers—have experienced dementia through a family member, friend, or coworker.
A study of 186 T2DM patients with mild cognitive impairment found 25% of those with dyslipidemia progressed to dementia, compared to 12.77% without. High HbA1c variability was also linked to a greater risk of dementia. Learn more:
Clinical value of dyslipidemia and glycemic variability for progression to dementia in type 2 diabetes mellitus-associated mild cognitive impairment - PubMed
This study aims to investigate the clinical baseline characteristics and HbA1c variability in elderly patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), as…
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November 19, 2025 at 10:45 PM
A study of 186 T2DM patients with mild cognitive impairment found 25% of those with dyslipidemia progressed to dementia, compared to 12.77% without. High HbA1c variability was also linked to a greater risk of dementia. Learn more:
Connecting Prion Biology and Alzheimer's Disease
A recent study explores the parallels between prion biology and Alzheimer's disease (AD), focusing on the self-propagating (prions) nature of amyloid-beta (Aβ) and tau proteins. Key findings include:
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A recent study explores the parallels between prion biology and Alzheimer's disease (AD), focusing on the self-propagating (prions) nature of amyloid-beta (Aβ) and tau proteins. Key findings include:
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November 18, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Connecting Prion Biology and Alzheimer's Disease
A recent study explores the parallels between prion biology and Alzheimer's disease (AD), focusing on the self-propagating (prions) nature of amyloid-beta (Aβ) and tau proteins. Key findings include:
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A recent study explores the parallels between prion biology and Alzheimer's disease (AD), focusing on the self-propagating (prions) nature of amyloid-beta (Aβ) and tau proteins. Key findings include:
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A new study suggests that people with type 2 diabetes who start taking GLP-1 receptor agonists may have a lower risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's compared to those on other treatments. ht*tps://buff.ly/ZudKI0V
November 17, 2025 at 9:45 PM
A new study suggests that people with type 2 diabetes who start taking GLP-1 receptor agonists may have a lower risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's compared to those on other treatments. ht*tps://buff.ly/ZudKI0V
How Puerarin, a natural compound, might be good for your brain 🧠
New research shows that puerarin, a natural compound, could help protect against Alzheimer's and insulin resistance caused by unhealthy diets. 1/3
New research shows that puerarin, a natural compound, could help protect against Alzheimer's and insulin resistance caused by unhealthy diets. 1/3
November 16, 2025 at 10:45 PM
How Puerarin, a natural compound, might be good for your brain 🧠
New research shows that puerarin, a natural compound, could help protect against Alzheimer's and insulin resistance caused by unhealthy diets. 1/3
New research shows that puerarin, a natural compound, could help protect against Alzheimer's and insulin resistance caused by unhealthy diets. 1/3
A recent study integrates proteomic and MRI data to explore protein associations with brain changes in Alzheimer's disease (AD). Utilizing data from the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI), researchers combined cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) proteomics with structural MRI features. 1/3
November 15, 2025 at 10:45 PM
A recent study integrates proteomic and MRI data to explore protein associations with brain changes in Alzheimer's disease (AD). Utilizing data from the Alzheimer's Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI), researchers combined cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) proteomics with structural MRI features. 1/3
Exploring the Ketogenic Diet for Parkinson's Disease
The ketogenic diet (KD) may offer a multifaceted therapeutic approach for Parkinson's disease (PD), a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder.
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The ketogenic diet (KD) may offer a multifaceted therapeutic approach for Parkinson's disease (PD), a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Exploring the Ketogenic Diet for Parkinson's Disease
The ketogenic diet (KD) may offer a multifaceted therapeutic approach for Parkinson's disease (PD), a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder.
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The ketogenic diet (KD) may offer a multifaceted therapeutic approach for Parkinson's disease (PD), a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder.
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🧠 Vascular Dysfunction in Diabetes and Alzheimer's
New research shows that type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease may harm the brain's blood vessels in similar ways. 1/3
New research shows that type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease may harm the brain's blood vessels in similar ways. 1/3
November 13, 2025 at 10:01 PM
🧠 Vascular Dysfunction in Diabetes and Alzheimer's
New research shows that type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease may harm the brain's blood vessels in similar ways. 1/3
New research shows that type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease may harm the brain's blood vessels in similar ways. 1/3
Why is a high fat diet bad for brain health?
🧠 New research reveals that a chronic high-fat diet, particularly rich in saturated fats, may significantly heighten the risk of cognitive decline, inducing conditions like neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, & insulin resistance.
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🧠 New research reveals that a chronic high-fat diet, particularly rich in saturated fats, may significantly heighten the risk of cognitive decline, inducing conditions like neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, & insulin resistance.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Why is a high fat diet bad for brain health?
🧠 New research reveals that a chronic high-fat diet, particularly rich in saturated fats, may significantly heighten the risk of cognitive decline, inducing conditions like neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, & insulin resistance.
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🧠 New research reveals that a chronic high-fat diet, particularly rich in saturated fats, may significantly heighten the risk of cognitive decline, inducing conditions like neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, & insulin resistance.
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Why do Poop transplants improve symptoms in Parkinson's? 💩
Emerging research links gut microbiome health to Parkinson's, with fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) showing promise.
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Emerging research links gut microbiome health to Parkinson's, with fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) showing promise.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Why do Poop transplants improve symptoms in Parkinson's? 💩
Emerging research links gut microbiome health to Parkinson's, with fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) showing promise.
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Emerging research links gut microbiome health to Parkinson's, with fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) showing promise.
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🧠 Gut-Brain Axis and Medications
Research highlights that gut microbiota metabolism significantly influences drug effectivnes and neurodegenerative diseases, emphasizing the need to consider gut health in drug development. #brainhealth #dementia
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Research highlights that gut microbiota metabolism significantly influences drug effectivnes and neurodegenerative diseases, emphasizing the need to consider gut health in drug development. #brainhealth #dementia
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November 10, 2025 at 9:09 PM
🧠 Gut-Brain Axis and Medications
Research highlights that gut microbiota metabolism significantly influences drug effectivnes and neurodegenerative diseases, emphasizing the need to consider gut health in drug development. #brainhealth #dementia
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Research highlights that gut microbiota metabolism significantly influences drug effectivnes and neurodegenerative diseases, emphasizing the need to consider gut health in drug development. #brainhealth #dementia
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🚨 Physician Alert: Urinary drugs increase risk of dementia
- Anticholinergic therapy was linked to a 28% increased risk compared to those who used mirabegron (a beta-3 agonist). Mirabegron may be a safer alternative for long-term management. Repost. 📰 htt*ps://buff.ly/lFHYCuJ
- Anticholinergic therapy was linked to a 28% increased risk compared to those who used mirabegron (a beta-3 agonist). Mirabegron may be a safer alternative for long-term management. Repost. 📰 htt*ps://buff.ly/lFHYCuJ
November 10, 2025 at 12:30 PM
🚨 Physician Alert: Urinary drugs increase risk of dementia
- Anticholinergic therapy was linked to a 28% increased risk compared to those who used mirabegron (a beta-3 agonist). Mirabegron may be a safer alternative for long-term management. Repost. 📰 htt*ps://buff.ly/lFHYCuJ
- Anticholinergic therapy was linked to a 28% increased risk compared to those who used mirabegron (a beta-3 agonist). Mirabegron may be a safer alternative for long-term management. Repost. 📰 htt*ps://buff.ly/lFHYCuJ
♀️ In postmenopausal women, certain cholesterol-related substances (oxysterols) may indicate brain health and the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, especially in women APOE4 carriers. #brainhealth #dementia Read here: ht*tps://buff.ly/11pgZx6
November 9, 2025 at 10:15 PM
♀️ In postmenopausal women, certain cholesterol-related substances (oxysterols) may indicate brain health and the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, especially in women APOE4 carriers. #brainhealth #dementia Read here: ht*tps://buff.ly/11pgZx6
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November 9, 2025 at 9:15 PM
If you’ve learned from our research summaries, please consider donating $5. 💜
We’re a small nonprofit with a 100% volunteer board—every dollar helps people live stronger for longer by funding our social media outreach.
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Please support us by reposting and ❤️ #DementiaLeague
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Please support us by reposting and ❤️ #DementiaLeague
🚨 Should You Take Prevagen? What you should consider
Prevagen (by Quincy Bioscience) claims to support brain health with a jellyfish protein called Apoaequorin — but serious doubts remain.
The Dementia League’s Opinion: We found no evidence to support the use of Prevagen for brain health. 1/10
Prevagen (by Quincy Bioscience) claims to support brain health with a jellyfish protein called Apoaequorin — but serious doubts remain.
The Dementia League’s Opinion: We found no evidence to support the use of Prevagen for brain health. 1/10
November 9, 2025 at 5:45 PM
🚨 Should You Take Prevagen? What you should consider
Prevagen (by Quincy Bioscience) claims to support brain health with a jellyfish protein called Apoaequorin — but serious doubts remain.
The Dementia League’s Opinion: We found no evidence to support the use of Prevagen for brain health. 1/10
Prevagen (by Quincy Bioscience) claims to support brain health with a jellyfish protein called Apoaequorin — but serious doubts remain.
The Dementia League’s Opinion: We found no evidence to support the use of Prevagen for brain health. 1/10
🚨 New Alzhiemer's Blood Test
A new automated immunoassay for detecting APOE4 gene in blood shows perfect accuracy in identifying APOE ε4 carriers, with 100% sensitivity and specificity,
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A new automated immunoassay for detecting APOE4 gene in blood shows perfect accuracy in identifying APOE ε4 carriers, with 100% sensitivity and specificity,
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October 27, 2025 at 9:02 PM
🚨 New Alzhiemer's Blood Test
A new automated immunoassay for detecting APOE4 gene in blood shows perfect accuracy in identifying APOE ε4 carriers, with 100% sensitivity and specificity,
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A new automated immunoassay for detecting APOE4 gene in blood shows perfect accuracy in identifying APOE ε4 carriers, with 100% sensitivity and specificity,
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Please heart and Repost for awareness!
Social isolation is linked to a significant decline in cognitive ability among older adults, highlighting the need for interventions to enhance social support and integration. 🧠 Keep your friends strong to keep your brain strong.
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October 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Social isolation is linked to a significant decline in cognitive ability among older adults, highlighting the need for interventions to enhance social support and integration. 🧠 Keep your friends strong to keep your brain strong.
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Improving Brain Health with Magnetic Stimulation
Findings from a recent study on 180 patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) suggest repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can significantly enhance memory and cognitive functions.
Findings from a recent study on 180 patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) suggest repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can significantly enhance memory and cognitive functions.
Effects of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation on electroencephalogram and memory function in patients with mild cognitive impairment - PubMed
Patients with MCI receiving rTMS therapy demonstrated improved memory and cognitive functions and EEG grading and exhibited high safety with fewer adverse reactions.
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October 25, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Improving Brain Health with Magnetic Stimulation
Findings from a recent study on 180 patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) suggest repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can significantly enhance memory and cognitive functions.
Findings from a recent study on 180 patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) suggest repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can significantly enhance memory and cognitive functions.
Trouble Sleeping?
A large 2025 study finds that insomnia and major depressive disorder independently raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias – 11% higher risk for insomnia alone, 70% for MDD alone, and a remarkable 91% for co-occurring conditions.
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A large 2025 study finds that insomnia and major depressive disorder independently raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias – 11% higher risk for insomnia alone, 70% for MDD alone, and a remarkable 91% for co-occurring conditions.
Learn more: buff.ly/ZnZ2EzB
October 24, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Trouble Sleeping?
A large 2025 study finds that insomnia and major depressive disorder independently raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias – 11% higher risk for insomnia alone, 70% for MDD alone, and a remarkable 91% for co-occurring conditions.
Learn more: buff.ly/ZnZ2EzB
A large 2025 study finds that insomnia and major depressive disorder independently raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias – 11% higher risk for insomnia alone, 70% for MDD alone, and a remarkable 91% for co-occurring conditions.
Learn more: buff.ly/ZnZ2EzB
2025 summary: probiotics may positively impact brain function, providing new hope for neurodegenerative diseases treatment. Not all studies equal. Top strains may be Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium longum, and Bifidobacterium bifidum.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:02 PM
2025 summary: probiotics may positively impact brain function, providing new hope for neurodegenerative diseases treatment. Not all studies equal. Top strains may be Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium longum, and Bifidobacterium bifidum.
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The Latest on Dementia Risk: Multimorbidity & Age Matter
UK Biobank study analyzed data from 282,712 individuals revealing links between dementia and multimorbidity—co-occurrence of 2+ chronic conditions. Dementia risk varies with type/timing of chronic illnesses.
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UK Biobank study analyzed data from 282,712 individuals revealing links between dementia and multimorbidity—co-occurrence of 2+ chronic conditions. Dementia risk varies with type/timing of chronic illnesses.
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October 22, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The Latest on Dementia Risk: Multimorbidity & Age Matter
UK Biobank study analyzed data from 282,712 individuals revealing links between dementia and multimorbidity—co-occurrence of 2+ chronic conditions. Dementia risk varies with type/timing of chronic illnesses.
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UK Biobank study analyzed data from 282,712 individuals revealing links between dementia and multimorbidity—co-occurrence of 2+ chronic conditions. Dementia risk varies with type/timing of chronic illnesses.
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Link Between Copper Pesticides and Parkinson's
✅ Scientists discovered a potential link between agricultural copper pesticide exposure and increased risk of Parkinson's disease (PD). Copper-induced damage impacts mitochondria (cell's powerhouses), possibly exacerbating PD symptoms.
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✅ Scientists discovered a potential link between agricultural copper pesticide exposure and increased risk of Parkinson's disease (PD). Copper-induced damage impacts mitochondria (cell's powerhouses), possibly exacerbating PD symptoms.
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October 21, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Link Between Copper Pesticides and Parkinson's
✅ Scientists discovered a potential link between agricultural copper pesticide exposure and increased risk of Parkinson's disease (PD). Copper-induced damage impacts mitochondria (cell's powerhouses), possibly exacerbating PD symptoms.
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✅ Scientists discovered a potential link between agricultural copper pesticide exposure and increased risk of Parkinson's disease (PD). Copper-induced damage impacts mitochondria (cell's powerhouses), possibly exacerbating PD symptoms.
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🌍 Dementia rates are soaring - 160% increase in the last 30 years.
From 1991–2021, global Alzheimer’s & other dementia (ADRD) cases in adults 65+ rose 160% — from 18.7M to 49M.
Deaths increased 115%. Women are disproportionately affected (2x as likely).
#BrainHealth #DementiaLeague
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From 1991–2021, global Alzheimer’s & other dementia (ADRD) cases in adults 65+ rose 160% — from 18.7M to 49M.
Deaths increased 115%. Women are disproportionately affected (2x as likely).
#BrainHealth #DementiaLeague
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October 20, 2025 at 9:02 PM
🌍 Dementia rates are soaring - 160% increase in the last 30 years.
From 1991–2021, global Alzheimer’s & other dementia (ADRD) cases in adults 65+ rose 160% — from 18.7M to 49M.
Deaths increased 115%. Women are disproportionately affected (2x as likely).
#BrainHealth #DementiaLeague
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From 1991–2021, global Alzheimer’s & other dementia (ADRD) cases in adults 65+ rose 160% — from 18.7M to 49M.
Deaths increased 115%. Women are disproportionately affected (2x as likely).
#BrainHealth #DementiaLeague
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🎉 The APOE ε4 gene, a major factor in Alzheimer's risk, also affects other brain diseases. Turns out, its effects boost immune inflammation universally 🌐, regardless of the specific disease or factors like lifestyle or health conditions. 🔬
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October 19, 2025 at 8:45 PM
🎉 The APOE ε4 gene, a major factor in Alzheimer's risk, also affects other brain diseases. Turns out, its effects boost immune inflammation universally 🌐, regardless of the specific disease or factors like lifestyle or health conditions. 🔬
Learn more: buff.ly/cUACRLR
Learn more: buff.ly/cUACRLR
Dementia risk can be influenced by 💊 vitamin intake.
Key findings:
✅ B vitamins may protect against cognitive decline and even help inhibit harmful plaque buildup.
Key findings:
✅ B vitamins may protect against cognitive decline and even help inhibit harmful plaque buildup.
October 18, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Dementia risk can be influenced by 💊 vitamin intake.
Key findings:
✅ B vitamins may protect against cognitive decline and even help inhibit harmful plaque buildup.
Key findings:
✅ B vitamins may protect against cognitive decline and even help inhibit harmful plaque buildup.
🧠 New research shows estrogen protects neurons from Alzheimer’s damage.
Estrogen activates AMPK → boosts mitochondrial function & reduces inflammation. Blocking AMPK cancels protection.
👉 AMPK may be a key to estrogen-based therapies for dementia.
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Estrogen activates AMPK → boosts mitochondrial function & reduces inflammation. Blocking AMPK cancels protection.
👉 AMPK may be a key to estrogen-based therapies for dementia.
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#endalz
October 17, 2025 at 8:45 PM
🧠 New research shows estrogen protects neurons from Alzheimer’s damage.
Estrogen activates AMPK → boosts mitochondrial function & reduces inflammation. Blocking AMPK cancels protection.
👉 AMPK may be a key to estrogen-based therapies for dementia.
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#endalz
Estrogen activates AMPK → boosts mitochondrial function & reduces inflammation. Blocking AMPK cancels protection.
👉 AMPK may be a key to estrogen-based therapies for dementia.
Repost & follow ! buff.ly/MZxU7vH
#endalz