Cognitive Vitality Blog: Examining issues that are on your mind

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Can pet ownership help protect against cognitive decline?

Your animal friend may help improve your cognitive health.

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Can education boost cognition at any age?

The cognitive benefits of later life education may be enhanced by optimizing the conditions of the learning environment.

Can a daily multivitamin supplement slow cognitive aging?

A recent meta-analysis reported that a daily multivitamin supplement improved overall cognitive function and memory in older adults.

Does having adult ADHD increase dementia risk?

 A study reported a connection between ADHD diagnosis in adulthood and higher dementia risk.

Are your clothes harming your health?

Many types of fabrics are treated with chemicals that can be harmful to the human brain and body.

Are artificial sweeteners bad for the brain?

Excessive consumption of no calorie sweeteners may carry some of same health risks as sugar. 

Can a vaccine against shingles help prevent dementia?

Recent studies have found associations between the shingles vaccine and lower dementia risk. 

Can hearing aids preserve cognitive function?

Hearing aids may benefit individuals with hearing loss and other dementia risk factors, but only if coupled with regular audiologist support.

Can plastic harm the brain?

Plastics can shed microparticles into the environment and our bodies, which may promote disease-associated processes, such as chronic inflammation.

Can air pollution increase your risk of dementia?

Exposure to air pollution is a risk factor for dementia - but a risk that you may be able to mitigate.

Can using the internet protect from dementia?

A recent study reported that regular use of the internet is associated with lower risk of dementia.

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