The daily diet soda, often touted as a guilt-free indulgence, may come with a hidden cost: accelerated brain aging. A new study out of Brazil suggests that regular consumption of artificially sweetened beverages could be linked to a significantly faster rate of cognitive decline, particularly among younger adults and individuals with diabetes. The research, published … Read more
A new study offers a potential breakthrough in the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Researchers have identified a protein, PPP2R5C, found in blood, that appears to decline in individuals years before the onset of clinical symptoms. This discovery, published in the journal Cell Reports Medicine, could pave the way for earlier diagnosis and intervention … Read more
The quest to understand and mitigate the risk of dementia is a growing public health priority. Whereas lifestyle factors like diet and exercise are increasingly recognized for their impact on brain health, the role of cognitive training remains a subject of ongoing research. Recent findings suggest that specific types of “brain training” may offer a … Read more
A Hamilton, Fresh Zealand marketing company, Tech Vault Enterprises, has been sentenced after being prosecuted for unconscionable conduct, following a Commerce Commission investigation that revealed a “Ponzi operation model” targeting vulnerable individuals, including an 87-year-old woman with dementia. The company, trading as HouseSmile, pleaded guilty at Hamilton District Court and was fined $60,000, with an … Read more