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Category: Prevention and Wellness

Fighting Gum Disease May Aid in Fight Against Alzheimer’s Disease
June 19, 2019
Good dental health may be important for maintaining good brain health, according to a new report. Researchers found that people…
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Brain Scans Aid in Management of Alzheimer’s Disease
May 17, 2019
Specialized brain scans can have a big impact on the way doctors manage patients with Alzheimer’s disease, according to a…
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For Brain Health, Choose Heart-Healthy Foods
March 28, 2019
What’s the best diet to promote a healthy brain? A heart-healthy diet that is rich in fruits and vegetables and…
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Keeping Physically and Mentally Active at Midlife May Cut Dementia Risk
March 25, 2019
Staying active is not only good for the mind and body. It may also be good for the brain, according…
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How Exercise May Help Fend Off Alzheimer’s Disease
March 19, 2019
Regular exercise has been linked to a longer life and all kinds of benefits for the body, including the brain.…
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6 Months of Moderate Exercise Can Sharpen the Mind
February 28, 2019
Older men and women with thinking and memory problems showed improvements in cognitive skills after six months of moderate exercise,…
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Foods for Brain Health? Try Leafy Greens, Red and Orange Veggies, Berries and Orange Juice
January 25, 2019
Consuming leafy greens like spinach and lettuce, red and dark orange vegetables, berries and orange juice may be good for…
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To Drive or Not to Drive? Questions to Ask
January 10, 2019
Driving can be an important source of autonomy and self-esteem for those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, providing…
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Exercise May Prevent Falls in Those with Alzheimer’s Disease
January 3, 2019
Falls are a leading cause of broken hips and disability in elderly men and women, and they may even hasten…
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The Driving and Car Key Dilemma of Alzheimer’s Disease
November 28, 2018
Men and women in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease may be able to continue driving for a time, but…
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Healthier Heart, Healthier Brain
September 25, 2018
Older men and women who had the highest levels of cardiovascular health were at less risk of developing dementia than…
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2 Hours a Week of Exercise Can Boost Brain Health
June 21, 2018
Exercising for at least 52 hours over a six month period — for an average of about two hours a…
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‘Exergames,’ Which Combine Exercise and Games, May Benefit Brain Health
June 21, 2018
Regular exercise has been shown to reduce the risk for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia later in life.…
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Eat Fish, Fruit, Vegetables and Nuts for Brain Health
June 11, 2018
Older men and women who eat a healthy diet tend to have larger brains, which may help to protect against…
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Beet Compound Shows Promise Against Alzheimer’s
May 17, 2018
A substance found in beets that gives the root vegetables their rich color could help to fight the brain damage…
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A Single Night of Not Sleeping Tied to Alzheimer’s Brain Changes
May 15, 2018
Not sleeping for just one night produced brain changes typical of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study reports. The study found…
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Should Alzheimer’s Patients Drink Coffee?
May 15, 2018
Anyone who enjoys the jolt of a cup of coffee in the morning knows that caffeine can provide a mental…
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Can a Salad a Day Help Keep Memory Sharp?
May 1, 2018
Older men and women who ate a serving a day of green, leafy vegetables had a slower rate of decline…
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Fitness in Midlife Tied to Lower Dementia Risk in Old Age
April 11, 2018
Need more incentive to work out? Women who had high levels of physical fitness in middle age were almost 90…
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Doctor’s Orders: Exercise for the Sake of Your Brain
April 2, 2018
Exercising twice a week may improve thinking and memory skills in people with mild cognitive impairment, a form of brain…
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Positive Beliefs About Aging May Help Fend Off Alzheimer’s
April 2, 2018
Having positive feelings about growing old may help to ward off Alzheimer’s disease, a new study reports. The study found…
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Brain Training May Help to Ward Off Dementia
January 31, 2018
Can a computer game designed to “train the brain” help to ward off Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia? A…
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How Art Can Aid People With Alzheimer’s
December 22, 2017
Art has been used for centuries to help people express what they cannot put into words. And across the country,…
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Music Can Be a Balm for People With Alzheimer’s Disease
December 22, 2017
Music can ease the agitation and anxiety that often afflicts those with Alzheimer’s disease. Beloved melodies and favorite songs and…
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