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A dad lost all memory of his family and even forgot his own name as a result of an aggressive brain tumor which was initially misdiagnosed as vertigo. Marcus Williams, 35, began experiencing intense headaches, fatigue, and seizures but doctors repeatedly misdiagnosed his symptoms for vertigo. The dad-of-one started to lose his memory – and couldn’t recognize his daughter, Lola, five – and his wife, Laura, 31, pushed to get a CT scan. It revealed a large tumor and Marcus was rushed for emergency surgery to remove 98% of the mass – after being given hours to live. Marcus was…

As concerns about dementia and cognitive decline continue to grow, researchers are increasingly turning to nature’s bounty for solutions. A wealth of scientific studies has underscored the importance of dietary choices and lifestyle habits in maintaining brain function and staving off dementia. While it’s ideal to adopt these practices early in life, it’s never too late to make positive changes that can support brain health. Two primary types of dementia, vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, are heavily influenced by lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise. Vascular dementia often stems from untreated high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, and sedentary…