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B Vitamins Show No Benefits for Slowing the Decline of Alzheimer’s
High doses of B vitamins did not slow thinking and memory declines in people with Alzheimer's disease, according to a rigorous new report.
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High Blood Pressure and Diabetes Cut Survival in People With Alzheimer’s
People with Alzheimer's disease who also have diabetes or high blood pressure are more likely to die sooner than people without such disorders.
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Lowering Blood Pressure in the Elderly May Offer Modest Protection Against Alzheimer’s
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
Keeping cholesterol under control limits the risk of heart disease, now, research shows that HDL, the so-called good form of cholesterol, may also be good for the memory.
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Can an Advil a Day Keep Alzheimer’s Away?
Studies are conflicted on whether anti-inflammatories lower dementia risk.
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Diabetes in Mid-Life Increases Alzheimer’s Risk
Men who develop diabetes in mid-life significantly increased their risk of developing Alzheimer's disease later.
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At Risk for Stroke, At Risk for Mental Decline
Stroke risk factors linked to cognitive problems in older Americans.
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Beta Carotene May Help Keep the Brain Young
A large new study points to potential benefits from long-term use of beta-carotene supplements.
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A Brain-Boosting Diet that Also Prolongs Life
A Mediterranean diet may help people with Alzheimer's live longer.
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Can Cholesterol Pills Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?
Statin drugs, taken for the heart, also have effects on the brain.
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Exploring the Link Between Body Weight and Alzheimer’s
Carrying excess weight has been linked to a variety of chronic ailments, including heart disease, strokes, and diabetes. Being overweight in middle age has also been linked to an increased risk for Alzheimer's disease late in life...
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More Coffee? It May Keep the Memory Sharp
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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A Dash of Spice to Fight Alzheimer’s
Turmeric, the main ingredient in curry spice, may contain an immune-boosting substance that helps protect the brain against Alzheimer's, researchers report.
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Fish Oil May Ease Agitation and Depression of Alzheimer’s
Omega-3 fatty acids, the "good" fats found in salmon and other fatty fish, may ease agitation and depression in some people with Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests.
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Inflammation Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
Inflammation, long linked to heart disease and other ills, may play an important role in Alzheimer's disease as well, a new study suggests.
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Common Pain Relievers Do Not Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
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
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
Researchers report that long-term exposure to secondhand tobacco smoke, a problem for millions of people who live or work with a smoker, increases the risk of developing dementia.
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Diabetes Linked to Memory Problems
A new study finds that diabetes is also linked to an increased risk for mild cognitive impairment, a condition marked by difficulties in thinking and learning. In some people, mild cognitive impairment may be an "early," transitional form of Alzheimer's disease.
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More Than 5 Millions Americans Are Living with Alzheimer’s
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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Higher Folate Levels May Reduce Your Alzheimer’s Risk
A common B vitamin may boost brain health. People who get plenty of folate, a common B vitamin found in foods and dietary supplements, may be at reduced risk for Alzheimer's disease...
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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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Medications May Be to Blame for Some Cases of Memory Loss in Seniors
Various drug treatments may impair thinking in elderly people.
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Cholesterol Drugs May Slow Alzheimer’s Progression
Medicines that lower cholesterol may help ward off mental decline.
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