March 11, 2025

Don't Wait, Start Now: Protecting Your Child's Brain From Dementia

12 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Childhood cardiovascular risk factors, such as higher body mass index and rapid weight gain, are associated with structural differences in the brains of young adults, particularly in regions vulnerable to dementia later in life
Studies show a direct link between better cardiovascular health in adolescence and enhanced cognitive functions like executive function and increased brain volume
Fostering healthy habits early in life, like sufficient sleep, daily movement, stress management and a whole-food diet, is important for children’s long-term brain health, even reducing dementia risks
Simple lifestyle changes focused on improving mitochondrial function, such as reducing seed oils, minimizing endocrine-disrupting chemicals and EMF exposure, and eating whole foods, positively impacts brain health at any age
Prioritizing cardiovascular health from childhood through adulthood is not just about heart health; it's a key strategy for building and maintaining a healthy brain and reducing the risk of cognitive decline

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By Dr. Mercola

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March 11, 2025

12 minutes

Story at-a-glance

Childhood cardiovascular risk factors, such as higher body mass index and rapid weight gain, are associated with structural differences in the brains of young adults, particularly in regions vulnerable to dementia later in life
Studies show a direct link between better cardiovascular health in adolescence and enhanced cognitive functions like executive function and increased brain volume
Fostering healthy habits early in life, like sufficient sleep, daily movement, stress management and a whole-food diet, is important for children’s long-term brain health, even reducing dementia risks
Simple lifestyle changes focused on improving mitochondrial function, such as reducing seed oils, minimizing endocrine-disrupting chemicals and EMF exposure, and eating whole foods, positively impacts brain health at any age
Prioritizing cardiovascular health from childhood through adulthood is not just about heart health; it's a key strategy for building and maintaining a healthy brain and reducing the risk of cognitive decline

...more