Could a common drug help protect older people from dementia?
Scientists are searching urgently for better ways to prevent and treat dementia as the number of people affected continues to rise around the world.
Dementia...
Popular sugar substitute may harm your brain and heart, scientists warn
A sweetener that many people use to avoid sugar may not be as healthy as it appears. New research is raising concerns about erythritol,...
Scientists discover Parkinson’s disease is not just one disease
A major new study suggests that Parkinson’s disease may actually consist of several different diseases rather than a single condition.
Researchers from VIB and KU...
Hidden link between hunger, gut bacteria, and memory loss
Scientists are learning more and more about the surprising connection between the human gut and the brain.
A new study now suggests that the bacteria...
A surprising breakfast food may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the biggest health challenges facing older adults around the world.
The disease slowly damages memory, thinking, and daily functioning, making...
New brain scan score could predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms begin
Scientists may have found a new way to detect Alzheimer’s disease long before memory loss begins.
Researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center,...
Hidden stress may quietly cause memory loss in older people
As people grow older, keeping memory and thinking skills strong becomes very important. Many families worry about memory loss and conditions like dementia.
While age...
Too much salt may cause faster memory loss in men
Salt is a common part of everyday food. It is used to add flavor and also helps the body perform important functions, such as...
Major causes of young-onset dementia you need to know
When most people hear the word dementia, they often think of older adults. Many imagine it as a condition that only happens late in...
Study finds a new cause of memory loss in older people
As people grow older, it is very common to notice small changes in memory. Many people forget names, lose track of where they put...