Do Eggs Help Prevent Dementia?

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• If you own a dog, read this

• Book of the month

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Number You Won’t Forget: 47 Percent

You might get tired of eating eggs for breakfast, but there’s a good reason to make them a staple of your diet. 

New research suggests that consuming more than one egg per week could reduce your risk of developing dementia by 47 percent.

While the study is observational and you can’t assume cause and effect, it’s not the first time that eggs have been linked to better brain health. And that’s because the yolk is packed with neuroprotective nutrients. 

Choline—a nutrient abundant in eggs— is a powerhouse ingredient that accounts for approximately 40 percent of the protective effect. Choline helps produce acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory, learning, and muscle control. 

Research has also found that choline intake improves cognitive function, protects against neural inflammation, and even enhances the brain’s ability to clear toxic proteins like beta-amyloid—one of the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease.

But it’s not just the choline. Eggs contain lutein and zeaxanthin, antioxidants that protect cells from oxidative damage, including neurons. They also provide high-quality protein and healthy fats that support overall brain function. Together, these nutrients form a powerful defense against age-related cognitive decline

Together With Sundays For Dogs 
What You Feed Your Dog Matters More Than You Think

If you want to improve your health, you focus on eating real, high-quality food. So why would it be any different for your dog? 

Research suggests that the type of food you feed your pup doesn’t just affect their energy levels—it impacts digestion, gut health, and overall well-being.

Researchers compared the effects of three different diets—extruded kibble, mildly cooked food, and raw food—on adult dogs’ macronutrient digestibility, blood markers, urine health, and gut microbiome.

Dogs fed mildly cooked and raw diets had higher macronutrient digestibility, meaning they absorbed more protein, fats, and essential nutrients compared to kibble-fed dogs.

And, blood chemistry and urinalysis showed no negative effects from feeding raw or mildly cooked food, debunking myths that fresh diets might be harmful. Dogs eating lightly cooked and raw food also had a healthier gut microbiota, which plays a key role in digestion, immune function, and overall vitality.

Most commercial kibble is heavily processed, reducing nutrient availability and making digestion harder for dogs. 

If you want to give your dog the best nutrition possible, we’ve been on a mission to find higher-quality options to make sure your animals get the nutrient support they deserve. 

Sundays for Dogs offers the perfect combination of health and convenience with air-dried, human-grade ingredients that are shelf-stable and ready to pour.

And it’s not just our opinion — Sundays beat traditional kibble 39-0 in a third-party taste test, featuring recipes with short lists of meats, fruits, and veggies you’d recognize.

And because you’re busy, Sundays For Dogs provides meals that require no fridge, no prep, and no cleanup. Just scoop it into a bowl and let your dog do the rest. 

Sundays is all about raising the bar for your best friend’s diet. This isn’t just dog food—it’s human-grade nutrition made simple.

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Book of The Month 

Would you be happier if someone gave you answers to all the endless questions you have in life — or if they cut out the noise and helped you focus on the questions that matter most?

This paradox is the backbone of The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom.

It’s a book that makes you stop, think, and realize how easily you get led off track from what you really want in life. And, if you’re willing to ponder the big questions in the book, it offers a different perspective that can put you back in control. 

Instead of thinking about money as the only currency, Sahil outlines how you can design the life you want by focusing on time wealth, social wealth, mental wealth, physical wealth, and financial wealth. 

Next month, it’s the featured read in the Pump App book club, and all app members receive an invite to an exclusive Q&A with Sahil in February. 

We all have a limited amount of time, and this book helps you ask the right questions to make the most of your days. 

Weekly Wisdom

Instant Health Boost 
The Microbiome Upgrade

Many scientists suggest that the microbiome is the future of health. And while there’s no shortage of supplements promising you more than they can deliver, a few minor additions to your diet might be all you need.

A 10-year study revealed that high-fiber fruits and vegetables, herbs, spices, and fermented foods can help your gut flourish. 

Because many people struggle to eat enough fruits and vegetables, fermented foods might be a more effective place to start. 

Researchers found that fermented foods such as yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, and kombucha — can help lower inflammation, reduce GI tract sensitivity, and support a healthier immune system. Try adding one or two servings daily, and you’ll help give your gut what it needs without paying for supplements.

And that’s it for this week. Thank you for being a part of the positive corner of the internet, and we hope you remember that you all have the strength to lift up the world!
-Arnold, Adam, and Daniel

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Publisher: Arnold Schwarzenegger​

Editors-in-chief: Adam Bornstein and Daniel Ketchell