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Brain Teaser

Challenge Your Cognitive Know-How!

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Staying Sharp

Published December 10, 2025

Fill in the blank: Women ages 78 and up who have a larger ________ have a 26 percent lower risk of dementia.

Extended family

Garden

Social network

Shoe size

Social connection is right up there with healthy diet and regular exercise as a brain health essential. Invest in and nurture positive, supportive relationships with friends and family. PS. Gardening can be good for your overall health, too!

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