Alzheimer's disease

This new method shows great potential for treating Alzheimer’s disease

In Alzheimer's disease, a protein (peptide) forms clumps in the brain and causes sufferers to lose their memory. In a recent study from at Uppsala...

This common exercise could help prevent cognitive decline

Brain tissue is made up of gray matter, or cell bodies, and filaments, called white matter, that extend from the cells. The volume of gray matter...

Inflammation linked to Alzheimer’s disease development, study finds

Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative condition that is characterized by the buildup of clumps of beta-amyloid protein in the brain. Exactly what causes these clumps,...

Delay your retirement can slow cognitive decline, study finds

In a new study from the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research, researchers found postponing retirement is protective against cognitive decline. They found participating in...

This new test can help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease effectively

In a new study from Rutgers, researchers found testing for some inflammatory proteins associated with the nervous and immune systems will help diagnose the...

These healthy food may lead to better cognition in older people

In a new study from the University of Kentucky, researchers found that a higher intake of specific nutrients is linked to lower brain iron...

This stuff in eyes provide a peek at your Alzheimer’s disease risk

Amyloid plaques are protein deposits that collect between brain cells, hindering function and eventually leading to neuronal death. They are considered a hallmark of Alzheimer's...

Having a good listener may prevent cognitive decline

In a new study from NYU, researchers found supportive social interactions in adulthood are important for your ability to stave off cognitive decline seen...

Waking nightmare: Disturbed body clock may be linked to Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study from Shoolini University, researchers found that disturbed body clock may be linked to Alzheimer's disease Our body is tuned to function...

People with depression and anxiety may develop Alzheimer’s early

In a recent study presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 73rd Annual Meeting, researchers found that having depression is known to increase your...