A consistent aerobic exercise routine reduced brain aging in a new clinical trial. In fact, participants’ brains tested younger than at the start of the trial – and all it took was 150 minutes a week. https://www.menshealth.com/health/a71537488/brain-aging-exercise-workout-study/

According to RealSimple, dietitians picked chia seeds as best for brain, heart, and gut health. The runner-up was flax seeds. Both are already highlighted in KetoFLEX 12/3. https://www.realsimple.com/best-seed-for-brain-heart-gut-health-12081363

Our pursuit of optimal outcomes means we are constantly seeking evidence-based improvements to the ReCODE Protocol. In my new blog, I examine the pharmaceutical pipeline for any candidates that could help improve results. Read here: https://www.apollohealthco.com/how-promising-is-the-pipeline/

Join me soon for my presentation, “The End of 'There’s Nothing We Can Do': New Science on Reversing Cognitive Decline.” The talk will be free for 24 hours, so register quickly! https://www.healingdementia.com/registration-2026?am_id=dale

According to new research, creative pursuits like singing, painting, dancing, or visiting a museum slow biological aging and protect cellular DNA as much as regular workouts. https://www.everydayhealth.com/healthy-living/creative-pursuits-can-slow-aging-as-much-as-exercise/

Mild nutritional ketosis from a plant-rich, polyphenol-dense diet induces autophagy, clears cellular debris, and gives your neurons the resilient fuel they need to thrive well into your 80s, 90s, and beyond. https://www.realsimple.com/superfoods-for-longevity-12009016

High-sensitivity p-Tau 217 can identify Alzheimer's-related pathology in pre-symptomatic and early symptomatic individuals. When evaluated alongside NfL and GFAP, you get an accurate view of what is happening in the brain. https://www.apollohealthco.com/early-detection-the-advantages-of-p-tau-217/

An exciting study reveals that a juice with lycopene from tomatoes and isoflavones from soy significantly lowered key pro-inflammatory cytokine levels in just 4 weeks. As an inflammation reducer, it may broadly help prevent chronic conditions like dementia. For more search for DOI 10.1002/mnfr.70420

Fermented vegetables are a core component of the KetoFLEX 12/3 lifestyle. New research shows that consumption of sauerkraut actively reinforces gut barrier function, helps heal the intestinal mucosa, and supports the gut-brain axis. https://www.foodandwine.com/sauerkraut-gut-health-study-11718428

More evidence for the role of heavy metals and pollution: higher urinary cadmium concentrations are directly associated with increased cognitive impairment. While cadmium is a heavy metal found in cigarette smoke and industrial pollution, it can also be found in chocolate and other foods.

The research is overwhelmingly clear: the daily lifestyle choices you make today dictate the health of your brain tomorrow. Are you actively building a resilient brain?

Health improvements in later life are more common than you think, and those who improve with age may tend to commit to the same habits. https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/habits-health-improvement-ageing_uk_6ab3c3b0e4b08976697d1a05

Cognitive decline doesn't suddenly start at age 60; subtle changes can happen decades before a diagnosis is made. A comprehensive cognoscopy—like that provided by ReCODE and PreCODE—is vital in your 30s and 40s, long before memory symptoms surface.

High sugar intake—even from seemingly 'healthy' sources—significantly increases your risk of cognitive decline. That’s why KetoFLEX 12/3 is foundational to the ReCODE Protocol. Protect your brain by restoring metabolic flexibility. https://www.eatingwell.com/sugar-dementia-risk-study-12066701

Music has been well studied in dementia, and a fascinating new study highlights what caretakers know – even with Alzheimer's or Frontotemporal Dementia, listening to personal, favorite music sparks significant brain activity. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-09-brain-favorite-music-dementia.html

A HEPA air purifier may be one of the fastest and easiest ways to improve cognitive health. In a new study, cleaner indoor air improved cognitive performance by 12% (speed on executive function testing) after just one month! https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260830000016.htm

A new study has found that binge-watching TV “very often” in midlife is associated with reduced brain volume. The damage can lead to dementia, stroke, cognitive decline, and more. https://www.healthline.com/health-news/binge-watching-tv-may-affect-brain-later

Want to increase strength? You may want to cultivate your microbiome first. Older adults with the bacterium Roseburia inulinivorans had 29% greater grip strength and better VO2, leg press, and bench press scores. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260820202904.htm

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is a popular topic for those on the ReCODE Protocol. In new research, estrogen hormone therapy use was linked to 39% lower odds of dementia and reduced biomarkers of Alzheimer’s. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/08/260814011028.htm

One brisk 13-minute walk daily can protect your brain and can lower your risk of dementia by 72%. Results also showed that participants who took one long walk had a lower risk of dementia than their counterparts who broke up the exercise. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41398-026-04272-3

A new study shows compounds in coffee, particularly caffeic acid, activate a receptor that helps protect cells from stress, inflammation, and damage. Some other great sources of caffeic acid include turmeric, thyme, sage, and olive oil. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260719035927.htm

Medical acceptance, even for simple solutions, can take more than 30 years. Unfortunately, our brains can’t wait, but the good news is that there is now so much that can be done to prevent and reverse cognitive decline. Take the Cq: https://www.apollohealthco.com/know-your-cq/

My friend and colleague David Perlmutter has written a superb new book on microglia, the major immune cells of the brain. It is entitled Brain Defenders and I recommend it highly to all. Grab a copy at braindefenders.com now and you can claim some excellent preorder bonuses!

Join Dr. Dale Bredesen and Judy Benjamin this Thursday, August 13th, at 12:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM BST for a LIVE conversation with Judy about her incredible walk across the UK — from Land’s End to London. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QzFwtYG6TXaIXffkOHZENg

New research from the United Kingdom has found that cannabis use in older adults isn’t linked to faster cognitive decline or dementia. https://www.psypost.org/cannabis-use-in-older-adults-not-linked-to-faster-cognitive-decline-or-dementia/

A new study shows that KCL-286—a drug originally developed for spinal cord injury—repairs DNA damage and reduces brain inflammation in mice. This is a refreshing change from the normal laser focus on amyloid and tau proteins. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/07/260711010118.htm

Researchers found that NFL players were four times more likely to die from neurodegenerative diseases than their non-athlete counterparts. https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49317702/study-nfl-players-4-s-more-likely-die-neurodegenerative-disease

The World Health Organization updated its guidelines for reducing dementia risk and now recommends using multidomain interventions and avoiding air pollution, but they still don’t account for other major factors. https://www.medpagetoday.com/neurology/dementia/122266

Heart problems like coronary disease and heart failure have been linked to an increased risk of neurodegenerative diseases, but a new study indicates less severe events increase risk too. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/even-the-smallest-heart-issues-may-raise-dementia-risk-new-study-finds

New research shows that one large dose of psilocybin, also known as magic mushrooms, can alter your brain activity, brain structure, and even improve your mental health. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/one-dose-psilocybin-reshape-brain-activity-support-mental-health-study-neuroplasticity