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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2025 · 6 MIN

Shocking Link Between Your Mouth & Dementia (New Study!)

from Dementia Careblazers · host Natali Edmonds

What if your mouth could predict dementia? A new study has uncovered a shocking connection between oral health and Alzheimer's disease — and most people have no idea. The bacteria in your mouth might be doing more than affecting your teeth... it could be impacting your brain. In this episode, I'm breaking down the latest research and revealing: The surprising oral health factor that increases dementia risk How some foods actually protect your brain  What brushing and flossing may be doing beyond your smile If you're caring for someone with dementia — or want to reduce your own risk — this is one habit you don't want to overlook.  Read the full study here: If you'd like to see this episode on video, you can hop on over to my YouTube channel here. Get Weekly Dementia Tips in Your Inbox! Sign up for our FREE Dementia Dose newsletter at https://careblazers.com/dementiadose It's our mission to make dementia caregiving easier for families caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia, lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, or any other type of dementia. We believe that in order to create a more dementia-friendly world, we must first create a caregiver-friendly world. That's why we create free educational training videos like this one so that anyone with an internet connection can get access to dementia care information. **This channel and any information by Dementia Careblazers is not a substitute for healthcare. This is not healthcare advice. Please talk to your healthcare providers for specific feedback on your situation.

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