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Heart Health Linked to Brain Wellness in New Study

5/6/2025

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A groundbreaking study reveals a powerful connection between cardiovascular health and brain wellness, showing that individuals with better heart health have lower levels of neurofilament light (NfL), a marker of brain cell damage. This finding is especially crucial for Huntington’s disease, highlighting how heart-healthy habits may safeguard our brains and slow neurodegeneration.

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A groundbreaking study reveals a powerful connection between cardiovascular health and brain wellness, showing that individuals with better heart health have lower levels of neurofilament light (NfL), a marker of brain cell damage. This finding is especially crucial for Huntington’s disease, highlighting how heart-healthy habits may safeguard our brains and slow neurodegeneration.