Early Life Sugar Intake Linked to Long-Term Dementia Risk, Study Finds

A study involving approximately 64,000 individuals indicates that lower sugar consumption during pregnancy and early childhood is associated with a significantly reduced risk of dementia decades later.

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Dementia is a growing global health concern with significant societal and economic impacts. Identifying modifiable risk factors, especially those in early life, could lead to preventative strategies and public health interventions to reduce the prevalence of this debilitating condition.

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A study suggests a link between early life eating habits and long-term dementia risk
Lower sugar intake during pregnancy and early life is associated with reduced dementia risk

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A study found that lower sugar intake during pregnancy and early life was linked to up to 23% lower dementia risk decades later.

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The study included approximately 64,000 people.

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Fox NewsMixed29d ago

Early eating habits could have lasting effects on dementia risk, study suggests

A study of about 64,000 people found that lower sugar intake during pregnancy and early life was linked to up to 23% lower dementia risk decades later.

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YahooMostly Factual29d ago