Excessive sugar intake linked to Alzheimer’s disease
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists at Wake Forest University School of Medicine have identified a potential link between high sugar intake and the development...
What you can do now to prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Everyone experiences moments of forgetfulness.
Where did I put my keys? Who was that actor in that movie? But when does forgetfulness become a medical...
The diabetes drug surprise: a possible shield against Alzheimer’s?
A Rising Problem with Few Solutions
Alzheimer's disease is becoming more common. But there's a problem: we have no drugs that can stop or slow...
Move it to remember it: lifelong leisure activities keep brains bright
Ever had that feeling where you can't remember where you left your keys or forget why you entered a room? We've all been there!
But...
Levodopa, a Parkinson’s drug, may help depression linked to inflammation
A groundbreaking study conducted by Emory University researchers has shown that Levodopa, a drug used to treat Parkinson's disease, can potentially reverse inflammation's effects...
Blood pressure, cholesterol and Alzheimer’s: the not-so-funny connection
To start with, let's briefly talk about Alzheimer's disease. It's a type of brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior.
And sadly, it's quite...
A deeper look into the brains of people with Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease is a serious, progressive brain disorder. It affects balance, and speech, and can make your hands shake uncontrollably.
There's no cure yet, although...
The unseen link: Alzheimer’s plaques and hearing loss
Sometimes, in the world of science, an unexpected finding can change everything.
That's exactly what happened at the Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at the...
New research expands range of potential Alzheimer’s drugs
In a surprising turn of events, researchers have found a connection between Alzheimer's disease and insulin receptors in the brain.
This new discovery reveals that...
Flexing muscles against Alzheimer’s: the power of resistance training
We all know that exercising is good for our bodies. But did you know it can also help our brains? Scientists in Brazil have...