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Book: Power Foods for the Brain, by Dr. Neal Barnard

Power Foods to Fight Alzheimer’s

March 12, 2024 3 Comments

TEDx: Lower your risk of Alzheimer’s with mealtime. Watch Dr. Neal Barnard, nutrition researcher and author, show you how.

100 Simple Things You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer's

100 Simple Tips to Prevent Alzheimer’s & Memory Loss

March 5, 2024 15 Comments

VIDEO & ARTICLE – BOOK OF THE WEEK: CNN’s former medical correspondent has written a book on dementia containing “100 Simple Things You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Age-Related Memory Loss”. Backed by good science, see the author discuss a few of these “100 Simple Things” that help preserve thinking and memory.

300 Tips for Making Life Easier Caring for Alzheimer's

300 Tips for Making Life Easier in Alzheimer’s Care

January 18, 2024 1 Comment

Revealing and contains much that is critical for caregivers to know. Easy to find specific information in this helpful, logical layout. The sections on spiritual needs in dementia are also welcome topics.

Alzheimer’s & The Power of Music

November 7, 2023 4 Comments

Music’s effect on the brain fascinated neurologist Oliver Sacks, MD. His research led him to helping people with Alzheimer’s. Watch this best-selling author share how dementia, without exception, responds to music.

I Have Dementia, So While I Still Can…

October 29, 2023 1 Comment

BOOK OF THE WEEK: A story of love, commitment, faith and courage in the face of a catastrophic dementia diagnosis.

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Alzheimer’s Now, by Mayo Clinic 101

October 2, 2023 No Comments

Mayo Clinic professionals discuss the essentials of Alzheimer’s in this information-packed video.

The Mediterranean Diet Cookbook For Dummies

September 13, 2023 No Comments

After years of research into nutrition and dementia, no single diet has been the focus of as many positive studies as The Mediterranean Diet.

Talking and Connecting with People Who Have Alzheimer’s

March 12, 2023 No Comments

Dr. Judith London offers easy-to-understand tips, helpful when communicating with people who have Alzheimer’s. See how to brighten their lives alongside the lives of their caregivers, family and friends.

Color Your Mind – A Book for Alzheimer’s

July 3, 2022 No Comments

BOOK OF THE WEEK: VIDEO + ARTICLE: “Color Your Mind” is an innovative activity book for people with Alzheimer’s. It was created with insights from

Bring Back the Fun (Activity Ideas for Caregivers and People with Dementia)

June 23, 2022 No Comments

BOOK OF THE WEEK: “Bring Back the Fun” is a collection of activities for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. It’s great for families at

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Alzheimer’s Care Ideas Wanted: Maude’s Awards Open March 13

March 8, 2026

If you’ve found a way to make Alzheimer’s care easier or more compassionate, Maude’s Awards want to hear about it.

Denise Medved on the Ageless Grace program

“Ageless Grace” Keeps People with Dementia Moving

March 8, 2026

Denise Medved is the founder and creator of a program that takes Alzheimer’s patients through vigorous, spirited exercise routines. She calls her program, “Ageless Grace”.

'Alive Inside' filmmaker Michael Rossato-Bennett

A Morning Music Lift Lasts All Day in Alzheimer’s

March 8, 2026

Learn about ‘personalized music for dementia’ and its powerful effect on Alzheimer’s. See the Director of the hit film, ‘Alive Inside’, on the dementia-impact of music.

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Olive Oil & Lettuce Protect Brain from Vascular Dementia

A diet that combines unsaturated fats with nitrite-rich vegetables, such as olive oil and lettuce, can protect you from hypertension and vascular dementia.

Alzheimer’s Infamous APOE Gene

Most of the time, it takes a combination of genetics, bad environment and unhealthy lifestyle to trigger Alzheimer’s. However, one gene called apolipoprotein E (APOE) can make a big difference.

Cynicism Triples Dementia Risk?

In a study on health & cynicism, people were asked how much they agree with statements such as, “I think most people would lie to get ahead,” and “It is safer to trust nobody”. The clear connection between their answers and their risk of dementia may startle you.