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Creatine for the Brain: What 2026 Research Says
Creatine is famous for building muscle, but 2026 research is testing whether it helps the brain. Here is what the evidence actually shows.
Selena·
cognitive-health
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Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Dementia Risk by 58%
A Harvard study of 5,370 adults tracked for nearly nine years links high ultra-processed food intake to a 58% higher risk of dementia and 46% higher cognitive impairment. Here's what the data shows and what to eat instead.
Selena·
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Is Fish Oil Bad for Your Brain? What a 2026 Study Found
A new MUSC study in Cell Reports suggests EPA, a key omega-3 in fish oil, may impair brain repair after repeated head injuries. Here is what it actually means.
Selena·
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil May Protect Your Brain Through Your Gut
A 2026 PREDIMED-Plus study of 656 adults found extra virgin olive oil was linked to better cognition and a more diverse gut microbiome. Refined olive oil showed the opposite trend.
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Artificial Sweeteners and Your Brain: What Research Says
New research links artificial sweeteners like aspartame and sucralose to faster brain aging and memory issues. Here is what the science actually shows and what it means for your diet.
Selena·