How your diet may affect your brain as you age
Unhealthy diets, especially those high in fat and sugar, have long been recognized as potential culprits behind brain changes that lead to cognitive decline.
While...
Non-drug interventions improve dementia care and save money
A recent study comparing the cost-effectiveness of non-drug interventions for dementia care with standard care has shown that these interventions not only enhance the...
Heart attacks linked to faster cognitive decline over time
New research, published in JAMA Neurology, reveals a connection between experiencing a heart attack and subsequent cognitive decline in the years following the cardiac...
Parkinson’s disease: tai chi may help manage symptoms
The centuries-old martial art of tai chi is shown to have many health benefits – including improving balance, reducing anxiety and preventing cardiovascular disease.
But...
Scientists find big cause of Parkinson’s and Lewy Body dementia
Parkinson's disease and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) are debilitating neurodegenerative conditions affecting millions in the United States.
Both disorders are characterized by the loss of...
Time-restricted eating may help fight Alzheimer’s disease
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have uncovered the potential of time-restricted feeding in rectifying...
More than 7 million American have hidden cognitive impairment, study finds
Many of us have experienced moments of forgetfulness or difficulties in planning tasks as we age.
While these lapses may seem like a normal part...
This low-cost hydrogel offers hope for diabetic wound healing
In São Paulo state, Brazil, researchers have made a significant breakthrough in the quest to help people with diabetes who suffer from chronic skin...
Scientists find how to spot Alzheimer’s and dementia early
Diseases that affect the brain, such as Alzheimer's and dementia, often begin altering the brain long before individuals notice any symptoms.
This hidden progression makes...
Stopping diabetes drug metformin early may increase dementia risk, study suggests
Metformin is a commonly prescribed medication for millions of people with diabetes to help control their blood sugar levels. It is often used for...