Cognitive Health
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Prenatal Vitamin D May Boost Children's Memory Skills
Children whose mothers took 2800 IU of vitamin D3 daily during pregnancy showed a slight improvement on memory tests at age 10, yet their overall IQ remained unchanged, reports Medscape .
Metabolic dysfunction significantly increases dementia risk
Nearly one in four adults aged 40-60 already grapples with metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions significantly elevating dementia risk.
Long COVID and Other Conditions Linked to Brain Fog in Adults
In the past decade, rates of overall cognitive disability have doubled in adults aged 18 to 39, signaling a silent epidemic of brain fog among young people.
What Are The Benefits of Functional Mushrooms for Cognitive Health?
In a pilot study, healthy young adults, aged 18-45 years, improved their performance on a cognitive task just 60 minutes after taking a single 1.
Fructose and Artificial Sweeteners: Uncovering Hidden Health Risks
The average American consumes approximately 55 grams of fructose daily.
What Are the Benefits of Strength Training for Healthy Living in 2026?
New research from The Washington Post , published on December 17, 2025, reveals that having more muscle mass is directly linked to younger brains.
Foundational Habits for a Long, Healthy Life in 2026
Adhering to just four or five simple, healthy behaviors can slash your risk of Alzheimer's disease by a remarkable 60%, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) .
Top 9 Brain-Boosting Nutrients for Cognitive Health
An estimated one billion people worldwide suffer from hypovitaminosis D, a deficiency linked to significantly higher odds of dementia and mild cognitive impairment, according to PMC .
Small Daily Choices Compound into Independence for Older Adults
A daily 15-minute nap, often dismissed as unproductive, could actually delay brain aging by up to six years and immediately boost mental performance for up to three hours, according to BBC .