Clearer Vision Aids People With Alzheimer’s and Cataracts
Wed, January 20 2010 12:00:00 AM EST
A new study will look at the effects of cataract surgery for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Cataracts, one of the most common ailments of old age, cause a clouding of the lens of the eye...
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Eating Fish Boosts Brain Health
Tue, January 05, 2010 2:00:00 PM EST
There’s more good news on the fish front: A large study conducted in developing countries found that a diet rich in fish may lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia...
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Doing Crossword Puzzles May Help Delay Alzheimer’s Onset
Tue, January 05 2010 2:00:00 PM EST
More good news for those who like to do crossword puzzles: A new study adds to a growing body of evidence that mentally challenging activities like word games, playing cards, reading and writing may delay the rapid memory loss that occurs with Alzheimer’s disease.
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Lack of Sleep May Increase Risk of Alzheimer’s
Wed, December 23 2009 10:00:00 AM EST
Sleep deprivation may be bad for the brain, a new study in mice suggests...
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Knowing Your Risk for Alzheimer’s
Wed, December 23, 2009 10:00:00 AM EST
Would you want to know your risk for Alzheimer’s disease? That is a long-simmering debate in the Alzheimer’s field, as new genetic tests make it possible...
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Strong Muscles May Help Ward Off Alzheimer’s in Old Age
Mon, December 07, 2009 11:55:00 AM EST
Older adults who maintain their muscle strength are at lower risk of memory problems and Alzheimer’s disease than those who are weaker, a new study shows...
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High Blood Pressure and Inflammation Increase Alzheimer’s Risk
Mon, December 7 2009 11:30:00 AM EST
Children of parents who have Alzheimer’s are at slightly increased risk of getting the Alzheimer's disease.
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Thinking Problems May Occur Long Before Memory Loss in Alzheimer’s
Mon, November 23 2009 09:18:00 AM EST
Problems with thinking and visual perception may occur years before the memory loss of Alzheimer’s disease becomes apparent...
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Problems Balancing the Checkbook May Signal Early Alzheimer’s
Mon, November 23 2009 09:30:00 AM EST
Whether it’s counting coins, paying bills or balancing the checkbook, money matters are a challenge for anyone with Alzheimer’s disease...
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Mediterranean Diet and Exercise May Lower Your Risk of Alzheimer’s
Mon, November 23 2009 09:58:00 AM EST
Various studies suggest that a heart-healthy Mediterranean style diet, rich in fruits and vegetables and low in meat, may lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease...
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Moderate Drinking May Cut Alzheimer’s Risk
Mon, November 16 2009 12:00:00 PM EST
Men and women who drink moderately may have a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia than those who abstain from alcohol altogether...
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Marriage May Be Good for the Brain
Thu, September 10 2009 12:09:00 PM EST
Living with a partner at midlife may lower the risk for Alzheimer’s disease later in life, a new study shows. The findings add to a growing body of evidence that staying socially connected is vital for a healthy and intact brain late in life.
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New Tool Helps Predict Alzheimer’s Risk in Elderly
Tue, July 07 2009 02:14:00 PM EST
Could how fast you button your shirt be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease?
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When a Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words
Tue, July 07 2009 02:33:00 PM EST
Can using pictures aid memory recall in people with Alzheimer’s disease?
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Vitamin D May Be Good for the Brain
Mon, 13 April 2009 11:53:00 AM EST
Vitamin D, sometimes called the sunshine vitamin because the body makes it upon exposure to sunlight, may help protect the brain against the ravages of dementia...
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Brain Factor BDNF Shows Early Promise Against Alzheimer’s
Mon, 13 April 2009 12:28:00 PM EST
A protein made in the brain showed early promise in halting and reversing age-related brain damage in rats, mice and monkeys...
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Brain Scans Support Cognitive Reserve Theory for Preventing Alzheimer’s
Mon, 13 April 2009 12:32:00 PM EST
Education may provide mental reserves that help to keep the brain agile into old age...
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Reading, Crafts Help Keep the Brain Young
Mon, 13 April 2009 12:38:00 PM EST
More good news on the neurobics front: Reading books, playing games or engaging in computer activities or crafts like pottery or quilting helps keep the brain young into old age...
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Mediterranean Diet Helps Ward Off Memory Loss
Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:09:00 PM EST
A Mediterranean-style diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and unsaturated fats appeared to lower the risk of mild cognitive impairment, a form of memory loss that often precedes Alzheimer's disease.
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Education Lowers Alzheimer’s Risk, But Not Rate of Mental Decline
Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:09:00 PM EST
Completing high school, or having a college or graduate degree, is associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s in old age.
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Popular Drugs Can Impair Memory
Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:09:00 PM EST
Medications commonly prescribed to seniors with a wide range of medical complaints can impair memory, a new study reports.
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Outgoing, Relaxed People May Be Less Likely to Get Alzheimer's
Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:09:00 PM EST
People who are socially engaged and can easily brush off stress may be at reduced risk for Alzheimer’s.
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Drug Cocktail May Slow Alzheimer's
Tue, 03 Mar 2009 12:00:00 PM EST
The Wall Street Journal - By Laura Johannes
Memantine is marketed for moderate-to-severe Alzheimer's, but two recent studies suggest it is effective for all stages of the disease when used in combination with any one of the older Alzheimer's drugs.
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Drinking Coffee in Mid-Life May Help Ward Off Alzheimer's
Tue, 27 Jan 2009 13:45:00 EST
Middle-aged men and women who drank three to five cups of coffee a day were less likely to get Alzheimer’s disease in old age.
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10 Tips for Keeping the Brain Sharp Into 2009
Monday, January 05, 2009
One piece of excellent news in the past year was that brain health seems to be improving among older Americans.
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Can a Fast-Food Diet Hasten the Onset of Alzheimer's ?
Monday, December 29, 2008
Junk food high in fat, cholesterol and sugar could hasten the onset of Alzheimer's, new research suggest.
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B Vitamins Show No Benefits for Slowing the Decline of Alzheimer’s
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
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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Stay in School and Challenge the Mind to Keep the Mind Sharp
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
People who have more years of schooling and who work in mentally demanding jobs are less likely to have memory impairment as they age, a new study shows.
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Surfing the Web May Be Good for the Brain
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Lots of people search the Web for health and medical information, including information about Alzheimer’s disease. Now, new research suggests that surfing the Internet may be good for the brain.
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Exercise Helps Ward Off Memory Problems in Old Age
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Want to keep the mind sharp into old age? Walking and other forms of modest and regular exercise may help, a new study shows.
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Pass the Fish, Broiled or Baked (Not Fried)
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Eating fish may help prevent memory loss and stroke in old age.
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Marriage May Protect Against Alzheimer’s
Friday, September 12, 2008
Being married or partnered at midlife may help keep the brain young.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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“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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Stay Physically Fit, Keep the Mind Sharp
Monday, November 06, 2006
Senior fitness linked to a healthy memory.
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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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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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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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Turn Off the TV, Boost Your Memory
Monday, September 18, 2006
An active mind and healthy lifestyle may boost brainpower.
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