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Faster Biological Aging Linked to Worsening Brain Small Vessel Disease
People who age faster biologically (based on blood biomarkers) appear more likely to develop worsening brain small vessel disease. In roughly 3,000 middle-aged adults followed for about five years, those with higher biological age scores had more new tiny brain lesions like lacunes and microbleeds. This held true even after accounting for actual calendar age. The finding suggests that biological aging clocks could help flag people at risk for this common precursor to dementia and stroke.
Sticking With Mediterranean or MIND Diets Linked to Lower Dementia Risk
Following a Mediterranean or MIND diet long-term was linked to meaningful reductions in dementia risk in a study of over 130,000 U.S. nurses and health professionals. Those with the highest Mediterranean diet scores had 21% lower dementia risk, while top MIND diet followers had 14% lower risk. Higher adherence was also tied to 0.75 to 1.59 fewer years of cognitive aging and roughly 40% lower risk of self-reported cognitive decline. Even people who improved their diet over 4 or 8 years saw similar benefits.
Disclaimer: Research summaries are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health routine.
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