The World Health Organization says that up to almost half of dementia cases could be prevented before they start. The key is tackling multiple risk factors. New findings point to an easy diet change: eat less processed red meat. This step alone might reduce chances by 13%. Health experts also highlighted two things many people ignore. Staying socially active helps. Watching blood pressure matters too. The brain needs both of these. Fresh brain scan studies are peering further. Researchers study structural brain changes that develop over years and neurological disorders.
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Faith & Music: Houston's Dementia Friendly Church - ABC13 Houston
Faith & Music: Houston's Dementia Friendly Church ABC13 Houston
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Study links processed red meat to a 13% higher dementia risk: 5 foods to avoid for better brain health - Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Study links processed red meat to a 13% higher dementia risk: 5 foods to avoid for better brain health Fort Worth Star-Telegram
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Why experts say to cut back on sweets, red meat and fried food on the MIND diet to reduce dementia risk - Miami Herald
Why experts say to cut back on sweets, red meat and fried food on the MIND diet to reduce dementia risk Miami Herald
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MRI reveals links between brain aging, neuro disorders - AuntMinnie
MRI reveals links between brain aging, neuro disorders AuntMinnie
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Wife Left Husband, 90, With Dementia Alone in 'Deplorable' Home as She Got Dinner With Friends - AOL.com
Wife Left Husband, 90, With Dementia Alone in 'Deplorable' Home as She Got Dinner With Friends AOL.com