Tag: Alzheimer’s risk
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Menopause, Oral Health, and Alzheimer’s Risk: What Women Should Know
Introduction: The Mouth as a Health Mirror We often hear that the eyes are a window to the soul, but in women, the mouth can serve as a mirror of overall health. Emerging research suggests that oral health is more than just teeth and gums; it reflects systemic changes that come with aging, hormonal shifts…
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How Women’s Oral Health Reflects Menopause and Alzheimer’s Risk
Introduction: The Mouth as a Health Barometer We often hear that the eyes are the window to the soul. Yet for women, the mouth can be a powerful mirror of overall health. Oral health is not just about cavities or gum disease; it reflects systemic changes in the body. Emerging research suggests that hormonal transitions—particularly…
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Fetal Brain Development and Memory: Sex Differences in Aging
Overview: Why fetal development matters for memory aging Memory decline and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) loom large as the population ages. New evidence underscores a surprising source of risk that starts long before birth: the fetal brain’s exposure to the maternal immune environment. In particular, elevated pro-inflammatory cytokines during pregnancy may sculpt memory circuits in ways…
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Poor Sleep Health Linked to Faster Brain Aging Across Adults
Why sleep quality may influence brain aging Emerging evidence suggests that how well we sleep might not only affect how rested we feel, but also how quickly our brains age. In a large UK-based study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet, scientists explored whether unhealthy sleep patterns are connected to an older-looking brain, as measured…