Fasting may help combat brain aging and disease
Recent research published in the journal Medicina has unveiled potential benefits of intermittent fasting and Ramadan fasting on brain health.
This study is particularly relevant...
Why this blood pressure number is so important for brain health
When we visit the doctor, one of the routine checks involves measuring blood pressure, giving us two crucial numbers.
Traditionally, medical professionals have emphasized the...
Understanding the connection between ADHD and dementia
Dementia, a broad term for cognitive decline severe enough to interfere with daily life, affects millions worldwide. It's a condition that predominantly strikes older...
Social determinants of health linked to higher Alzheimer’s disease risk
A groundbreaking study by the Brown School and the School of Medicine at Washington University in St. Louis has unveiled a crucial link between...
Vitamin D has surprising effects on brain health in older people
Vitamin D, often celebrated for keeping our bones strong, comes mainly from sunlight kissing our skin and from the supplements some people take.
Beyond its...
What you need to know about advanced dementia
Dementia is a term that paints a picture of memory loss and cognitive decline, but its impact runs deeper, especially as it progresses to...
Common drugs for high blood pressure and allergy linked to memory issues
Imagine you're taking medicine to help with everyday health problems, like allergies, high blood pressure, or even a cold. You would expect these medicines...
When should people with dementia move to a care home?
Dementia is a journey, unique and personal to each individual and their families.
It's a condition characterized by a decline in memory, reasoning, and other...
These personality traits linked to higher dementia risk
Have you ever wondered if the traits that make you uniquely you could influence more than just how you react to a stressful day...
Spotting dementia early: predictors that give us a 14-year head start
Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing a decline in memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform everyday activities.
Although...