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dementia

[dih-men-shuh, -shee-uh] / dɪˈmɛn ʃə, -ʃi ə /


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The researchers found that the inactive version accumulates in large amounts in the brains of people with dementia.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Higher nitrate intake from vegetables was associated with a lower risk of dementia, while greater exposure to nitrate and nitrite from animal products, processed meats, and drinking water was linked to a higher risk.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

The onset of dementia in Árni spurs his grandson to consider what’s lost when the markers of memory depart.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The new study found that diets high in minimally processed foods, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish and unprocessed meats, were linked to a decreased risk of dementia and cognitive impairment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

The doctor also said the dementia would progress and that Walter would likely become incapacitated.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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