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Reduce your risk of dementia
Woman's World
|August 04, 2025
You may have more power than you thought when it comes to keeping your brain healthy. “Aging is the greatest risk factor for dementia, and genetics also play a role,” says neurologist Judith Heidebrink, M.D. These factors are out of your control, but a few simple changes are proven to protect your brain.
Have some fun
Doing puzzles and playing brain, card and board games helps curb dementia risk. “I recommend doing something every day that challenges your mind,” Dr. Heidebrink notes. Research in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society found that doing puzzles regularly was associated with a two-and-a-half year delay in dementia onset. Smartphone apps like Lumosity and Memory Lane Games are filled with games and puzzles that help keep you mentally sharp.
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This story is from the August 04, 2025 edition of Woman's World.
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