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Could fish oil benefit people at high risk of Alzheimer’s disease?

Over the years, many claims have been made for the health benefits of fish oils. Now, a study has found that taking fish oil supplements in later life could help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s...

Daily beetroot juice intake could help protect heart health after menopause

Daily beetroot juice may promote cardiovascular health in women at the postmenausal stage, a new study claims. The juice may be a good source of critical nitrate that keeps blood vessels functioning well. The study found,...

Dried fruit consumption linked to lower type 2 diabetes risk, study surprisingly finds

Contrary to existing concerns, consuming dried fruit appears to reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. While dried fruits are convenient, tasty, and full of nutrients, they are also high...

Exercising to keep the brain young: Latest research and expert opinions

Exercise greatly benefits brain health, improving cognition, mood and reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. Several new studies have demonstrated the profound impact of exercise on various biological systems, further explaining its ability to enhance...

The gut microbiome could affect cardiovascular health and how we age

Measurements of metabolic health can be used to evaluate the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Researchers in China have also shown that metabolic health can be characterized by the presence and abundance of certain microbes...

Scientists create AI tool that helps predict Alzheimer’s with up to 82% accuracy

With both dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, early diagnosis is crucial to slow symptom progression. Because dementia and Alzheimer’s disease have the same or similar symptoms as age-related cognitive decline, they can be hard to diagnose...