Alzheimer’s Disease
Are you one of the many Americans who drink coffee every day? There’s growing awareness that coffee has health benefits. Could it protect against brain aging and Alzheimer’s disease? Find out what science shows.
Up to 25% of people are at higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease due to genetics. But a study shows that even genetically at risk individuals can lower their odds of developing dementia by following seven key lifestyle habits. Here’s what they are.
Could adopting a Mediterranean diet slow brain aging? Find out what research shows about the Mediterranean eating style and the effect it has on brain health. With so much diversity, it’s easy to enjoy its benefits.
Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating disease that causes a decline in brain function and memory. Can B-vitamins lower the risk of developing this common condition? Find out what science shows.
Body weight has an impact on developing a number of health problems. Does it also accelerate brain aging and increase the risk of cognitive problems and dementia? A new study suggests that it does and offers a possible reason why.
The prospect of developing dementia is a frightening one for individuals and for families. Both genetics and lifestyle factors play a role in who gets it. Now, a new study finds that how much you weigh during middle age is a factor. Here’s what you need to know.
Is it nutty to think nuts are good for your brain? Not at all! In fact, research shows that nuts are nutrient-rich and may lower the risk of some common health problems, including cardiovascular disease. But are nuts also good for your brain & cognitive function? Here’s what science shows.
Alzheimer’s disease is becoming increasingly more common as people live longer. We know that both lifestyle and genetics play a role in who gets it. What role do sleep habits and lack of sleep play in the risk of developing dementia? Find out if there’s a connection and what it is.
How powerful is genetics in determining the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease? Can lifestyle modify your risk if you are genetically susceptible to the disease? Find out what research shows about how the genes you inherit impact your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
Type 3 diabetes – what’s that? Read on and discover why scientists are calling one of the most common brain diseases of old age. Also, discover what diet might lower your risk.
One of the most feared complications of growing older is developing Alzheimer’s disease. Fortunately, the risk of developing this brain disease is influenced by lifestyle. In fact, researchers have identified twelve lifestyle factors that impact the risk of this disease.
Lifestyle is important for lowering the risk of a variety of health problems and for keeping your brain healthy. Read on and discover seven, simple lifestyle changes that affect brain health and may slow how quickly your brain ages.
