Napping may be beneficial for your brain – here’s how
Sleep plays an important role in keeping the brain healthy, which is why people are advised to get at least 7-9 hours each night.
When...
Fatty liver disease: a hidden risk factor for dementia?
What is Fatty Liver Disease?
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a health problem where fat builds up in your liver. It’s not caused by...
Chronic liver diseases and cognitive decline: unveiling the liver-brain axis
Research led by Yale scientists has uncovered a relationship between liver fibrosis - the scarring of liver tissue caused by many chronic liver diseases...
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...
Fear and silence: why Alzheimer’s goes undiagnosed
Alzheimer's disease is one of the most prevalent and devastating aging diseases, but according to a new report by the Alzheimer's Association, a significant...
Could common antibiotics help tackle early-onset dementia? New study gives hope
Dementia is a scary word for many. It is a disease that affects the brain. People with dementia often forget things. They can also...
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...
Brain shrinkage and its link to different types of dementia
Dementia is a scary word for many of us. It refers to a group of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and social abilities.
Alzheimer's disease...
Why women with heart rhythm issues risk memory problems faster than men
Did you know there's a link between your heart and your brain? A specific heart condition called atrial fibrillation (AFib) might cause memory problems...
Can meditation help prevent dementia in older people?
A recent study, co-led by a researcher from UCL (University College London), has discovered that meditation can enhance attention and socio-emotional regulation in individuals...