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Limiting candy in your diet may support brain health, as high added sugar intake could increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.  A brain-healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise, managing chronic diseases, staying socially engaged and following diets like the MIND diet.  Making mindful dietary and lifestyle choices can enhance cognitive health and overall well-being over time. More than 55 million people …

West Nile virus (WNV) is spreading through mosquitoes in Fulton County, Georgia. Two mosquito traps – in Hapeville and northwest Atlanta – in Fulton County tested positive for the West Nile virus, according to the Fulton County Board of Health.The virus is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, which acquire the virus by feeding on infected …

Summary: A common sugar substitute, erythritol, widely used in “sugar-free” and low-carb products, may increase stroke risk by damaging brain blood vessel cells. A new study found that erythritol exposure reduced nitric oxide, increased vessel constrictors, impaired clot-busting abilities, and boosted free radical production in these cells. These changes create a higher risk environment for clotting and reduced blood flow …

Nuts Go nuts about nuts, especially walnuts, almonds, Brazil nuts, and hazelnuts. They are packed with healthy fats, antioxidants, selenium, vitamin E, and phytosterols. Eating nuts can reduce the risk of breast, prostate, colorectal, and lung cancers. Source link

4 habits may help lower heart disease risk during menopause  AOL.com Menopause: 4 factors may be essential for long-term heart health  Medical News Today The One Thing Midlife Women Can Do Tonight to Protect Their Hearts  SciTechDaily Why sleep is the single most important way to protect your health post-menopause  Women’s Health The sleep-heart link doctors are urging women over 45 to know  ScienceDaily Source …

More people under the age of 50 are getting colon cancer — but it’s unclear why. A doctor who researches the link between the disease and our gut microbes has a theory. “I don’t want to give the message that microbes are the entire thing. But we know that there are significant correlations between how much we have of various …

Older adults who eat two eggs a week may be less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease, a new study claims.  Researchers from Boston, Washington DC and Chicago found that the presence of several nutrients, particularly choline in the breakfast staple can help lower the risk of the progressive disease.  Choline is an essential nutrient for liver development, healthy brain development, muscle movement, …

Summary: Women are nearly twice as likely as men to develop Alzheimer’s disease, a disparity that can’t be fully explained by longevity alone. Researchers are exploring biological differences, focusing on X chromosome-linked genes and hormonal shifts like menopause. Declines in estrogen during menopause may leave the brain more vulnerable to the tau protein tangles that drive cognitive decline. Understanding these …

Pennsylvania health officials are on alert after testing identified West Nile virus in mosquitoes living there.  The mosquitoes were collected came from Wilkinsburg, Schenley Park, Mt. Washington, Beltzhoover, Mt. Oliver, and Hazelwood, areas around Pittsburgh.  While no infections have been detected in Pennsylvania in people, the virus has cropped up in 14 states already.  Health officials across the US, including …

Chronic pain can be a debilitating experience. A common medication used to manage the condition may come with its own serious dangers, however. Recent research finds an upsetting link between the drug gabapentin and a higher risk of dementia. Scientists at Case Western Reserve University led the study, which examined the medical records of people with chronic low back pain. …