Exercise May Benefit the Brain in Early Alzheimer’s Disease
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
People with mild Alzheimer’s disease may benefit from regular physical activity...
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Lowering Blood Pressure in the Elderly May Offer Modest Protection Against Alzheimer’s
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Getting blood pressure under control appears to be an important step for reducing heart disease and stroke in the elderly...
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Good Cholesterol Linked to Better Memory
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
People have long been advised to keep their cholesterol under control to limit their risk of heart disease...
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Middle-Age Smokers May Have Worse Memories Than Those Who Don’t Smoke
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
Smoking at midlife increases the risk of failing memory.
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Mentally Challenging Jobs May Help Keep the Mind Sharp
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Intellectual stimulation on the job may stave off cognitive decline in old age.
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An Active Social Life Helps Keep the Mind Sharp
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
A strong social network may be key to a sharp memory.
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High Cholesterol in Your 40s Increases Alzheimer's Risk
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Those with high cholesterol in their early 40s are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than those with low cholesterol.
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Diabetes in Mid-Life Increases Alzheimer’s Risk
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
One more reason to keep your weight down in middle age.
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A Bigger Brain May Help Protect You from Alzheimer’s
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
A large hippocampus – a part of the brain devoted to memory – may help ward off Alzheimer’s disease, a new study reports.
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Midlife Spread Increases Risk of Dementia
Monday, April 21, 2008
Having a thick middle in your middle years may increase your risk for dementia, a new study shows.
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Brain Health Improving in Seniors, But Alzheimer’s Still a Top Concern
Friday, March 21, 2008
Memory loss and thinking problems are becoming less common among older Americans, according to a new national survey of seniors aged 70 and older...
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Can Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Prevent Alzheimer’s?
Friday, February 15, 2008
Statin drugs did not ward off dementia in one report.
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Want to Keep the Memory Sharp? Try Walking
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Seniors who walked regularly had a lower risk of dementia.
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Mentally Stimulating Leisure Activities May Ward Off Alzheimer's
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Reading and crossword puzzles may build up cognitive reserve.
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New Years’ Resolutions for a Brain-Healthy 2008
Monday, January 07, 2008
Here’s a roundup of some of the recent research, along with some simple ways to help keep your thinking sharp into 2008, and well beyond.
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Fish, Fruits and Veggies Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s
Sunday, December 23, 2007
A varied diet high in heart-healthy fats is good for the brain.
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One in Seven Americans Over 70 Has Dementia
Monday, November 26, 2007
New survey shows prevalence of Alzheimer’s nationwide.
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A Brain-Boosting Diet that Also Prolongs Life
Monday, October 22, 2007
A Mediterranean diet may help people with Alzheimer’s live longer.
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Are You Conscientious? You May Be Less Likely to Get Alzheimer’s
Monday, October 22, 2007
Discipline and purpose may be markers for a dementia-resistant brain.
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Can Cholesterol Pills Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?
Monday, October 22, 2007
Statin drugs, taken for the heart, also have effects on the brain.
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A Warning for High-School Dropouts
Monday, October 22, 2007
Not finishing high school may lead to memory problems.
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More Coffee? It May Keep the Memory Sharp
Monday, August 06, 2007
Enjoy that morning super-sized latte? It may be good for your brain. Researchers report that older women who drank three or more cups of coffee a day, or an equivalent amount of caffeine-rich tea, had sharper memories...
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Memory Problems Often Lead to Restless Nights
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Older women who have memory problems are more likely than those with intact memories to have problems falling asleep and staying asleep, a new study reports.
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Alzheimer’s Cases to Quadruple Worldwide by 2050
Monday, June 25, 2007
More than 26 million people worldwide are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease. That number will quadruple to more than 106 million by 2050...
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Stress-Prone People More Likely to Develop Memory Problems
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
People who are easily distressed or flustered and who are prone to emotions such as anxiety and depression are more likely to develop memory problems as they age than more easygoing people, according to a new study.
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A Drink A Day To Keep Alzheimer’s Away
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Imbibing a daily glass or wine or other alcoholic drink may slow the progression to Alzheimer’s disease in people with mild cognitive impairment, a new study reports.
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Common Pain Relievers Do Not Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Popular pain and inflammation fighters like aspirin and Aleve, promoted by some as a possible preventive against Alzheimer’s disease, did nothing to stave off dementia or memory loss in those who took them...
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Estrogen Use Before Age 65 Linked to Reduced Alzheimer’s Risk
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Women who use hormone therapy before the age of 65 could cut their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, a new report shows...
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Secondhand Smoke Increases Risk of Dementia
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Need another incentive to stop smoking? You may be harming those around you—far more than you may know...
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Physical Activity Benefits Nursing-Home Residents with Alzheimer’s
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
A couple hours a week of moderate activity allowed seniors with Alzheimer’s who were living in a nursing home to boost stamina and better carry out everyday activities than those who did not receive a structured exercise program.
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More Than 5 Millions Americans Are Living with Alzheimer’s
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
More than 5 million people in the United States are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, a 10 percent increase over previous estimates from five years ago.
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Loneliness Linked to Increased Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
Monday, February 12, 2007
People who feel lonely may be twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease in their later years as those who feel they have a close network of friends and family...
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Eight Resolutions for a Brain-Healthy New Year
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
A few simple measures may help keep the brain young for years to come.
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Gene May Keep the Mind Sharp into Old Age
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Men and women who inherit a certain gene lived to a ripe old age with memory intact.
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Cognitive Training Boosts Daily Living Skills in Healthy Seniors Older Adults
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Sessions aimed at memory, reasoning, and speed boosted ability to perform day-to-day tasks.
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“Good” Fats in Fish May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
DHA, a natural substance found in fish, was linked to a lower risk of dementia.
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Middle-Age Spread Tied to Poor Thinking and Memory
Monday, November 06, 2006
Obese adults scored worse on cognitive tests.
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Mediterranean Diet May Be Good for the Brain
Vegetables, whole grains, fruits, fish, and wine may boost cognitive health.
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Stay Physically Fit, Keep the Mind Sharp
Monday, November 06, 2006
Senior fitness linked to a healthy memory.
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Lead Exposure Linked to Poor Memory
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
High lead exposure led to problems with thinking and memory years later.
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Turn Off the TV, Boost Your Memory
Monday, September 18, 2006
An active mind and healthy lifestyle may boost brainpower.
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Drinking Juice Slashes Alzheimer’s Risk
Monday, September 18, 2006
Including fruit or vegetable juice every other day may help keep Alzheimer’s at bay.
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