Slow Down Cognitive Aging and Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk with the MIND Diet
The MIND diet emphasizes some foods that can improve cardiovascular health while slowing down cognitive aging and lower the risk of developing Alzheimer’s.
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Dementia is a broad term referring to conditions that fit characteristics of cognitive decline. It progresses to interfering with thinking ability and memory.
Cannabis: Good or Bad for the Aging Brain?
A closer look at the research and views of researchers interested in the effects of THC on the brain, particularly as it relates to aging.
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Can Stem Cell Therapy Help Those Suffering from Dementia?
Stem cells and their remarkable power to transform into other types of cells have been the topic of numerous studies in recent years. One of the areas researchers have been…
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The Importance of Sleep for Brain Health as You Age
Discover the role of a good night’s sleep in maintaining cognitive function and warding of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.
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Myths About Food and Nutrition After 50
Everyone experiences aging differently. Here is a list of some common myths and important facts about nutrition to know as you surpass the age of 50.
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Can Exercise and Diet Help Mild Cognitive Impairment?
Studies have shown the benefit of exercising twice weekly for six months, an approach to improving memory and the speed at which the brain processes information.
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Home Sensing Technology Can Help Seniors Age in Place
Home sensing is an area of research that uses passive sensing technology to establish norms for an individual in terms of their activities of daily living.
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Is Cognitive Aging Normal?
The brain will change with age and those changes will naturally impact certain cognitive functions even when healthy. Learn where some levels of cognitive decline are expected and others not.
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When Does Cognitive Decline Begin?
Cognitive decline is somewhat natural, but environmental and nutritional factors can influence the extent of cognitive decline as well as the time frame in which it occurs.
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Study Shows Low Levels of Alcohol are Good for the Brain
While drinking is related to a number of health conditions, some studies show that low level alcohol consumption is actually good for the brain.
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