For many years, dementia was widely considered to be largely determined by age and genetics. However, a growing body of research now suggests that lifestyle choices—particularly diet—may also play a significant role in brain health as people age. According to Alzheimer’s Research UK, many individuals remain unaware that their personal risk of developing dementia can be influenced, at least in part, by everyday habits. The organization warns that this lack of awareness is concerning, as seemingly small lifestyle decisions could have long-term effects on cognitive health. Risk Not Fixed, Even…

. A decades‑spanning study involving more than 130,000 adults suggests that drinking two to three cups of caffeinated coffee or one to two cups of tea per day is associated with a significantly lower risk of dementia. The findings, published in JAMA, indicate that people with the highest caffeine intake had an 18% reduced dementia risk compared with those who consumed little or none. A closer look at the findings Researchers from Mass General Brigham, the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute analyzed dietary and…

The Lufthansa Group, parent company of Austrian Airlines (AUA), is eliminating the option for passengers to bring a small cabin suitcase free of charge on its short- and medium‑haul routes. The airline group announced the introduction of a new “Economy Basic” fare across all its carriers, which will include only one small personal item such as a laptop bag or backpack. Tickets under the new fare category will be available for selected routes starting April 28 for travel beginning May 19. Airline Cites Changing Passenger Behavior According to Lufthansa, the…