High potassium, low sodium diet may reduce dementia risk
Dementia, characterized by impaired thinking and memory loss, is becoming an increasing concern for the elderly population, posing significant health, social, and economic challenges.
This...
Fish oil’s wonder-workers: the fight against aging minds
Heart disease, specifically known as coronary artery disease (CAD), is quite common. It happens when unwanted stuff called plaque gathers in our blood vessels.
Diabetes and tooth loss are linked to faster cognitive decline
A recent study indicates that older adults suffering from diabetes and complete tooth loss experience more severe cognitive decline and at a faster rate...
High blood pressure: a silent threat to our brains
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often compared to a silent thief. It's a medical condition where the force of blood against your artery...
Diabetes drugs and dementia risk: a new hope
A research collaboration, including the University of Arizona, has found that an older class of type 2 diabetes drugs, known as glitazones or thiazolidinediones...
A potential game-changer in slowing down Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's disease is a common brain disorder often seen in older people. People with Parkinson's can have trouble moving, balancing, and even speaking.
This happens...
Common blood condition linked to reduced Alzheimer’s risk
Researchers at Stanford Medicine have uncovered an unexpected link between a common blood condition and a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Older class of diabetes drugs linked to reduced dementia risk
A research collaboration involving the University of Arizona has found that the use of an older class of type 2 diabetes drugs, known as...
Common blood pressure drugs and memory trouble: a plain talk
Sometimes, the medicines we take for common health problems may have side effects.
A recent study from the University of California, San Diego, discovered one...
Daytime naps: a secret to a healthier brain?
Did you know that daytime napping could help keep our brains healthy? Napping isn't just for toddlers or tired athletes. It's something everyone could...