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Brain health: Probiotics, a healthy diet can support cognitive function

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A collage of probiotic supplements and a jar of sauerkraut

Share on PinterestProbiotics, dietary changes may support cognitive function as we age, a new review concludes. Design by MNT; Photography by Guido Mait/Getty Images and Peter Mead/Getty Images A new review investigates whether influencing the makeup of the gut microbiome can improve brain health. In particular, it focuses on probiotics, prebiotics, dietary modifications, and faecal … Read more

An inexpensive daily supplement appears to improve brain function in older adults

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What’s good for your aging gut may also be good for your aging brain. A first-of-its-kind study in twins has found that taking daily protein and prebiotic supplements can improve memory test scores in people over 60. Published in 2024, the findings are food for thought, especially the same visual memory and learning test used … Read more