Alzheimer's disease

Scientists discover a new cause of Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It affects millions of people around the world and is especially...

Eye exams help spot Alzheimer’s years before symptoms show

Scientists at The Jackson Laboratory in the U.S. have made a discovery that could change how doctors detect Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias in...

Low- and no-calorie sweeteners may cause memory loss, study finds

A new study has found that people who consume a lot of low- and no-calorie sweeteners—like those used in diet sodas, sugar-free gum, and...

This daily nutrient may prevent Alzheimer’s heart and liver diseases

Choline is a nutrient that helps keep our bodies and brains healthy. Although the liver makes a little bit of choline, we get most...

Study finds new cause of Alzheimer’s disease and memory loss

Researchers at Emory University’s Goizueta Brain Health Institute and its partners have discovered important changes in the blood that may help explain how Alzheimer’s...

Can brain fat promote Alzheimer’s disease?

It was long believed that fat in the brain had little to do with neurodegenerative diseases. But a new study from Purdue University challenges that...

Ten ways diabetes and dementia are linked

The link between diabetes and dementia is becoming increasingly clear. New research shows how blood sugar problems affect brain health and vice versa. Here are ten...

Timing of hormone therapy may change Alzheimer’s risk for women

When it comes to protecting the brain, the timing of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may be just as important as the treatment itself. A new...

Could a failed Alzheimer’s drug become a game-changer for obesity?

Obesity is a growing health problem all over the world. It increases the risk of many serious diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and liver...

Toot much ‘good’ cholesterol may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease

We’ve always been told that high levels of “good” cholesterol are helpful, especially for heart health. But a surprising new study from Monash University has...