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New research from UT Health San Antonio reveals that midlife habits like staying active and managing blood sugar can significantly slow cognitive decline later in life—especially for Hispanic adults. The study, which tracked over 400 participants, found physical activity was key for Hispanics, while lower fasting blood sugar levels had a similar protective effect for non-Hispanic whites. These findings underscore how cardiovascular health in middle age directly impacts brain aging, offering hope for reducing dementia risk through lifestyle changes. Researchers are now expanding the work with more diverse groups and advanced brain imaging to deepen understanding—and confirm that the best strategies may differ by population.

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