Scientists discover how aging fuels neurodegenerative diseases
Aging is the single biggest risk factor for brain disorders like Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). But exactly how getting older...
Not so sweet: Artificial sweeteners linked to faster cognitive decline
Artificial sweeteners are often marketed as a healthier alternative to sugar, especially for people trying to cut calories or manage conditions like diabetes.
But a...
Why Alzheimer’s disease attacks memory brain area first
One of the first parts of the brain affected by Alzheimer's disease is the entorhinal cortex -- a region that plays a big role...
Could diabetes drug metformin help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious health problem that affects millions of older people around the world.
It is the main cause of dementia, which leads...
Too much processed food may be linked to early signs of Parkinson’s
A new study suggests that people who eat a lot of ultra-processed foods—such as breakfast cereals, packaged snacks, and hot dogs—may be more likely...
Mediterranean diet could help protect against Alzheimer’s, even for those at high genetic risk
A healthy diet may do more than just keep your body fit—it could also protect your brain, even if you are at high genetic...
Crime could signal early stages of dementia, study warns
Imagine a man accused of wrongdoing who cannot even remember his own name, or a woman in her fifties repeatedly violating traffic laws without...
How blood vessels and immune cells can cause Alzheimer’s disease
The health of the brain is often linked to neurons, but neurons are only one part of a much bigger picture.
A complex team of...
Common drugs may raise risk of memory loss, especially in people at risk for...
A new study from the University of California, San Diego, has found that some widely used medications might increase the risk of memory and...
Feeling lonely with hearing loss may speed up memory decline
Hearing loss isn't just a problem for your ears—it can deeply affect your social life, emotional health, and even memory.
A new study from the...