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Mediterranean diet found to reduce risk of dementia

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A Mediterranean-style diet packed with fish, chicken and olive oil and low on fatty dairy products and meat may lower the risk of memory problems later in life, a large US study said on Monday. But the beneficial effects of eating a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids do not…

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New guidelines: Athletes suspected of concussions must leave the game

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Any athlete suspected of getting a concussion during sports should stop play, leave the game and not return until cleared by a licensed healthcare professional, according to new US guidelines out Monday. The risk of concussion is greatest in American football and rugby, followed by hockey and soccer among male…

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Elderly who eat better stay mentally sharp: study

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WASHINGTON — Elderly people with higher levels of certain vitamins and omega 3 fatty acids in their blood score better on mental acuity tests than those who eat junk food, a study released Wednesday showed. The study published in Neurology, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology, also showed…

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