Healthy eating linked to better brain health
As the U.S. population ages, more adults are developing thinking and memory problems, called mild cognitive impairment.
Scientists have been looking for ways to prevent...
Healthy habits lower dementia risk even for people with high genetic risk
Dementia is not a single disease but a group of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and social abilities so much that they interfere with...
How long-term diabetes can affect brain health
Our bodies are full of fascinating connections, and sometimes, conditions like type 2 diabetes can have effects we might not expect—like changes in the...
Diabetes drug metformin could protect against dementia
Type 2 diabetes is a long-term condition that affects how the body manages sugar in the blood. Normally, the body uses a hormone called...
How to reduce Alzheimer’s risk naturally
Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that affects memory and thinking, and while there is no cure, research shows that we can take steps to...
Scientists find root cause of memory loss in older people
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have found a key process that may explain why our memory and ability to learn...
Do people with dementia know they have it?
Dementia is a condition that often causes fear and confusion, as it goes beyond just memory loss. It slowly takes away a person’s ability...
How to recognize and manage the early signs of dementia
Dementia is a condition that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It’s not a normal part of aging, but it’s more common as people get...
These healthy habits help prevent dementia risk, even for those genetically prone
Dementia refers to a group of symptoms that severely affect memory, thinking, and social abilities, making daily life challenging. It’s not a single disease...
How diet can lower dementia risk
Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with everyday tasks.
While aging is the biggest risk...