India, Dec. 24 -- A Swedish study tracking nearly 28,000 adults for 25 years found lower dementia risk among people consuming higher amounts of full-fat cheese and cream.

The association was seen only in people without genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease.

No protective effect was found for milk, low-fat dairy, or fermented milk products.

Researchers caution that healthier lifestyles, not dairy alone, may explain the findings.

Experts stress that balanced diets and overall patterns matter more than any single food.

A large Swedish study reported a lower risk of dementia among middle-aged and older adults who consumed higher amounts of full-fat cheese and cream. The findings may sound like welcome news but they need careful in...