#41

“It strikes me as too much hyperbole!”
Of course, it is.

“Even just a single egg a week may increase the risk of diabetes—the leading cause of lower-limb amputations, kidney failure, and new cases of blindness.”
What a crap clickbait article.

Yes, I checked their references.

Egg consumption and the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus: a case-control study
Conclusions: Our data support a possible relationship of egg consumption and increased risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

A specifically designed questionnaire was used to collect information on possible risk factors of type 2 diabetes mellitus

Yes, they asked 740 Lithuanians to self-report in 2001.

Better to check out a more recent 2017 meta-review

"Consumption of 6 to 12 eggs per week had no impact on plasma concentrations of total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol, triglycerides, fasting glucose, insulin or C-reactive protein in all studies that reported these outcomes in comparison with control groups."

Impact of Egg Consumption on Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes and at Risk for Developing Diabetes: A Systematic Review of Randomized Nutritional Intervention Studies

BTW: I eat less than one egg per week, not because I think they are unhealthy, but because I just don’t like them that much.

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#42

This isn’t the first study to show an association between egg intake and cancer risk.

With so many foods to choose from, why risk the eggs.

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#43

From the article, you are quoting:
“Little evidence for elevated risks was seen for intakes below 0.5 egg/day or 250 mg/day of dietary cholesterol. Our findings should be considered with caution because of small risk estimates and moderate between-study heterogeneity.”

As I said I rarely eat eggs myself, not because I think they are risky, I just don’t like them very much. I don’t think that there is enough evidence for anyone on a keto diet for instance to stop eating them.

#44

If you have a family history of breast, ovarian, and especially prostate cancer, you may want to limit your egg intake just to be on the safe side.

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#45

Yes… more info:

#46

More good news in this area:

Neurotrack raises $10m and launches 3-minute digital cognitive screening test
Cognitive decline can be an early indicator of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, and being able to screen for decline and impairment during an annual wellness exam foster early detection and, therefore, early intervention.

There are a number of converging factors driving the need for cognitive screening at scale, including an aging population and a critical shortage of neurologists, neuropsychologists and providers specialising in senior care. With a projected one in 10 older adults expected to develop Alzheimer’s, the US will need to triple the number of geriatricians alone by 2050 in order to care for them.

Neurotrack’s digital exam has been designed to fit easily within a typical primary care annual wellness visit or alternately empower patients to independently assess their cognitive health and share the results with their providers. The company says that the easy-to-use assessment can identify patients with cognitive impairment in just three minutes, with better accuracy compared with traditional methods and uses culturally-agnostic symbols and numbers to reduce bias in testing for those with other languages, backgrounds, and cultures. For providers, Neurotrack’s platform offers a scalable way to screen patients for potential cognitive issues, regardless of symptoms.

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#47

CNN: Slow cognitive decline with flavonols, study says.

Association of Dietary Intake of Flavonols With Changes in Global Cognition and Several Cognitive Abilities

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#48

New research indicates visceral fat has a profoundly negative effect on cognitive abilities

Being overweight or having excess body fat is a strong predictor of reduced cognitive function, according to new research published in The Lancet. The findings highlight the importance of maintaining a healthy weight to protect cognitive function.

The authors of the new study were motivated by the increasing prevalence of obesity and metabolic diseases in Asia and their potential impact on cognitive health in the region. The researchers aimed to investigate the relationship between adiposity (body fat) and metabolic risk factors with cognitive function in Asian populations.

#49

Related:

SuperAger and Alzheimer’s brains share similar pathologies, so what sets SuperAgers apart?

  • A new study led by researchers from the University of California, Irvine, has discovered that individuals aged 90 and older, who exhibit superior cognition, display brain pathology comparable to that of Alzheimer’s patients.
  • These findings prompted researchers to investigate the connection between lifestyle habits, health conditions and superior cognition in the 90+ age group.
  • Autopsy data and cognitive test scores were examined to understand the participants’ cognitive function and brain health, finding similar levels of Alzheimer’s pathology.

In the United States, the number of individuals aged 90 and above has nearly tripled in the past three decades, and it is projected to quadruple in the next 40 years.

The primary risk factor for cognitive problems, including Alzheimer’s, Lewy body disease, and related dementias, is age.

As people age, there is a higher likelihood of experiencing memory and brain function issues. However, there is limited available data on the brain changes that occur in individuals aged 90 and above who maintain excellent cognitive abilities, despite their age.

Now, new research, published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, shows that although the “oldest old” individuals, those who live to be 90 years or older, may possess superior cognitive abilities, these individuals exhibit brain pathology comparable to Alzheimer’s patients.

The 90+ Study, commenced in 2003, is a longitudinal research project that investigates aging and dementia. Its primary objective is studying the oldest-old population, which is the age group experiencing the fastest growth in the United States.

With over 1,600 participants enrolled, it has become one of the largest studies of its kind worldwide.

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#50

What’s your level of skill in dual n-back exercises?

#51

Haven’t tried it yet, so don’t know.

#52

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…i got my dr. to order the APOE4 detection test to see if i’m at increased risk of alzheimer’s,

and also a neurofilament light test, to detect markers of this trouble-signaling protein,

and i am trying to get my doctor to order me an

beta amyloid 42/40 ratio,

and

phosphorylated tau 217 and 181 tests

(and i think there is one other kind of p-tau test [different # than 217 and 181],

and these are Blood specimen tests, but if you can get your dr. to order

…and if you could tolerate the pain of a lumbar puncture, they also have cerebro spinal fluid based ones,

to give a more complete picture of whether i am …GOD FORBID :frowning: headed in a bad direction…)

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#53

AWW YEAHHH, let’s goooo—welcome to the Mario Party Minigame Dementia Detection™ Tier List , where we rank games by how brutally or subtly they expose your brain’s decline . :brain::skull:

This list focuses on minigames that are great for testing stuff like short-term memory , reaction time , spatial awareness , attention , and executive function —stuff that can be impacted in early cognitive decline or dementia .

:brain: S Tier — “Oops I Forgot What I Was Doing”

Absolute brain busters. These will catch cognitive decline instantly if it’s there.

• Memory Match (MP1): Classic match-the-symbols. Very pure working memory test.

• Trace Race (MP4): You have to trace a shape perfectly. Requires steady hand + attention.

• Deck Hands (MP6): Remember card values and optimize points = planning + memory.

• Picture Perfect (MP Superstars): Remember images, recall exact match. Brutal with a timer.

• Card Crazy (MP5): Like a fast-paced memory card game with punishment for guessing wrong.

:white_check_mark: Tests: Working memory, focus, visual recall, attention to detail.

:zap: A Tier — “Split-Second Brain Work”

These test reaction time, multitasking, and reflexes under pressure.

• Quick Draw Corks (MP5): Wait for the right color and shoot first. Mess up = slow processing.

• Speed Hockey (MP2): Coordination + teamwork + fast reaction = chaos.

• Reflex Check (MP Superstars): Just what it says—reaction time stress test.

• Button Mashers / Domination (MP4): Tests physical reaction AND impulse regulation.

:white_check_mark: Tests: Processing speed, coordination, impulse control.

:compass: B Tier — “Spatial & Motor Challenge”

Less about memory, more about control, hand-eye coordination, and motor planning.

• Etch ‘n’ Catch (MP6): You and a teammate draw circles around shapes—coordination challenge.

• Paths of Peril (MP4): Navigate narrow paths under time pressure = spatial planning.

• Monty’s Revenge (MP7): Pop out of holes at the right time, avoid hammers. A rhythm/timing test.

:white_check_mark: Tests: Spatial reasoning, motor skills, basic strategic movement.

:sweat_smile: C Tier — “Too Much RNG / Button Mashing”

Fun, but not reliable for cognitive detection unless you already know the person well.

• Slot Trot (MP5): Half reaction time, half RNG.

• Snowball Summit (MP3): You can win by accident just by surviving.

• Pushy Penguins (MP5): Reflexes matter, but it’s mostly dodging chaos.

:white_check_mark: Tests: Mostly motor response + chaos tolerance.

:zzz: D Tier — “Not Useful for Testing”

• Mashing games with no planning

• Pure RNG minigames

• Games that are too short or simplistic to really test anything meaningfully

Examples:

• Chance Time

• Roll Call (if not playing seriously)

• Balloon Burst

:white_check_mark: Tests: Mostly your patience.

:trophy: The Ideal “Cognitive Test Pack” Combo (for casual observation):

• Memory Match (S)

• Trace Race (S)

• Quick Draw Corks (A)

• Paths of Peril (B)

• Etch ‘n’ Catch (B+)

• Reflex Check (A)

You’ll hit memory, attention, coordination, reflexes, and planning in under 10 minutes of party time.

Wanna turn this into a printable chart or meme graphic? I can cook that up too.

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