Simple and cheap 'added extras' to standard UK diets help stave off dementia, study shows

A HEALTHY British diet and a busy social life could reverse early memory and thinking problems and cut the risk of developing full-blown dementia, a study suggests.

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Dementia warning: The drink can cause the brain to 'shrink' - 'even in small amounts'

THE BURDEN of dementia is showing no signs of loosening its grips. Researchers are intensifying their search for a cure but to date, few treatments have proven successful in halting cognitive decline. According to a new study, some drinks could exacerbate brain deterioration, by causing the organ to shrink.

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Brain health: Cutting out your last alcoholic drink makes a difference says new study

BRAIN health may be impaired by a number of lifestyle factors including not enough exercise and a poor diet. The negative effects of alcohol consumption are well documented but its effect on the brain much less. A new study shines a light on this with startling results.

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High cholesterol: The supplement that could reduce bad cholesterol levels by 25%

HIGH CHOLESTEROL is a common condition with severe implications for cardiovascular health. Left untreated, it can pave the way to heart attack and stroke. Fortunately, one supplement could act as a buffer against such cardiac events, by slashing LDL levels by 25 percent.

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How to sleep: The best exercise to do before bed - 'Superior when it comes to better ZZZs'

SLEEP is essential to living a healthy, happy, and longer life. On average, everyone spends one-third of their lives asleep. But in recent times not having a good night's sleep has become a problem for many and a source of concern. A new study suggests that resistance training could be the best way to improve sleep.

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Stroke: The daily habit that could slash your risk of the deadly condition by 48%

STROKE is a type of cerebrovascular disease. It is one of the leading causes of death in the UK. A stroke happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is reduced or cut off. Research suggests that meditation could significantly reduce the risk of this deadly condition.

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Shingles: The overall feeling not related to a rash warning you may have an infection

SHINGLES is an infection which causes unsightly rashes on the body. There are a few other and lesser-known warning symptoms to be aware of.

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Live longer: How many steps to do a day - 'Moving even a little more is beneficial'

BEING "active" doesn't necessarily mean training hard. A simple activity like walking could help people live a longer life. It's low impact and it could be done at any age and time. Daily strolls don't need to reach 10,000 steps, a study reveals.

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Dementia: The ‘major’ health factor that could be evident nine years prior to diagnosis

DEMENTIA scientists are working relentlessly to improve the life quality of patients, and early detection has come to play a key part in this. Deterioration can be evident up to two decades before the brain starts to show obvious signs of decline. One of the earliest indicators may include a "major" brain disorder, according to new findings.

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'Significant': The golden drink shown to lower high cholesterol levels within 'days'

HIGH cholesterol is a silent killer because it raises your risk of heart disease typically without producing symptoms. What you eat and drink determines how effectively you keep cholesterol levels under control. If you've already crossed over into the danger zone, drinking a golden juice can help, research suggests.

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Fatty liver disease: The warning sign on your face that indicates you 'cannot be cured'

NON-ALCOHOLIC fatty liver disease is the accumulation of fat in the liver that is not caused by alcohol consumption. A healthy liver contains some fat. However, when fat makes up more than five percent of the liver's weight a person could be suffering from fatty liver disease. Jaundice is one of the signs that could indicate incurable complications.

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How to sleep: The herbal tea that's a 'sleep inducer' - its effects are 'immediate'

SLEEP woes are common yet workable solutions often seem few and far between. Research provides a glimmer of hope. Drinking a particular herbal tea may promote sleep in the "immediate" term, concludes a study published in the Journal of Advanced Nursing.

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Dementia diet: 'One serving' daily is associated with slower age-related cognitive decline

DEMENTIA is the progressive decline in mental faculties, which can lead to irresponsible decisions, a lack of empathy, and significant memory loss. One food serving, however, could help protect the brain.

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