How exercise protects against Alzheimer’s disease
Many people notice that staying physically active seems to help them think more clearly and remember things better as they age.
Doctors have long recommended...
This brain problem may predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms
Scientists are discovering that Alzheimer’s disease may begin long before memory loss becomes noticeable, and the earliest warning signs may involve changes in blood...
Breathing dirty air may quietly raise Alzheimer’s risk in older people
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and affects tens of millions of people around the world. It slowly damages memory, thinking...
How long can someone live with dementia?
Hearing that you or someone you love has dementia can be shocking and frightening. Many families feel lost at first and wonder what will...
Scientists discover big cause of motor decline in older people
As people grow older, many notice that their balance is not as steady as it used to be. Walking may become slower, climbing stairs...
These daily drugs may quietly harm your memory function
When you take medicine for problems like allergies, high blood pressure, or bladder trouble, you trust that it will help you feel better. Medicines...
Why extra virgin olive oil could help prevent cognitive decline
Extra virgin olive oil has long been known as a key part of the Mediterranean diet, which is often praised for helping people live...
Low-fiber diet may quickly harm memory in older brains, study warns
Food choices can affect not only the body but also the brain, especially as people grow older.
Scientists have long known that highly processed foods...
Vitamin D has surprising effects on memory and reaction time in older people
A recent study from Rutgers University explored how vitamin D affects brain function in older adults.
Many people know vitamin D helps keep bones strong,...
Chronic kidney disease may increase dementia risk
Chronic kidney disease, often called CKD, is a long-term condition in which the kidneys slowly lose their ability to filter waste and extra fluid...