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Early Eating-Pattern Changes May Signal Dementia, Experts Say

9/6/2026

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U.S. experts say altered eating habits may signal early dementia.
Neurology professor Joel Salinas notes people simplify meals as cognition declines.
Johns Hopkins professor Majid Fotuhi explains loss of food interest can stem from olfactory changes.
Neurologist Adam Mednick says damage to areas controlling appetite can cause forgetting to eat or overeating.
Majid Fotuhi cautions that sudden eating-habit changes alone do not confirm dementia and advises cases seek medical evaluation.

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U.S. experts say altered eating habits may signal early dementia.
Neurology professor Joel Salinas notes people simplify meals as cognition declines.
Johns Hopkins professor Majid Fotuhi explains loss of food interest can stem from olfactory changes.
Neurologist Adam Mednick says damage to areas controlling appetite can cause forgetting to eat or overeating.
Majid Fotuhi cautions that sudden eating-habit changes alone do not confirm dementia and advises cases seek medical evaluation.