New PET imaging may help monitor Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that a positron emission tomography (PET) staging system of β-amyloid (Aβ) accumulation in the brain may help monitor...
This exercise may help prevent cognitive decline
In a new study, researchers found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) may help prevent age-related cognitive illnesses, such as dementia.
They found that high-intensity interval...
Healthy blood vessels may be key to preventing Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that healthy blood vessels may be the answer to Alzheimer’s disease prevention.
They suggest that if people are worried...
These brain activities may help prevent memory loss
In a new study, researchers found that mentally stimulating activities are linked to lower risk or delay of age-related memory loss called mild cognitive...
This simple ‘APEX’ blood test may detect Alzheimer’s early
In a new study, researchers have developed a simple blood test that may offer a new way to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease and monitor patients’...
Scientists discover Alzheimer’s missing link
Research has shown that years before symptoms of Alzheimer's disease occur, damaging proteins amyloid beta and tau accumulate in the brain
Amyloid accumulates first, but...
Alzheimer’s disease not linked to high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that Alzheimer’s disease not linked to high blood pressure or type 2 diabetes.
The research was conducted by a...
Pink noise may boost deep sleep, improve memory in older people
In a new study, researchers found that gentle sounds played during specific times during sleep could enhance deep or slow-wave sleep.
The effect is strong...
Bad sleep in one’s 50s, 60s may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that people who report a decreased quality of sleep as they age from their 50s to their 60s...
Low-carb ‘Keto’ diet may improve cognition in older people
In a new study, researchers found that a low-carb ‘Keto’ diet or an ‘Atkins-style’ diet may modestly improve cognitive functions in older people.
The research...