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Rehydration for Dementia

March 9, 2026 1 Comment

Lewis Hornby had a problem: his grandmother with dementia wasn’t drinking enough, causing her to get severely dehydrated.

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Beet Juice Increases Blood Flow to the Brain

February 23, 2026 No Comments

DRINKING beet juice can increase blood flow to the brain in older adults. The way beet juice does this holds great potential for combating dementia.

Eating More Ketones May Fight Alzheimer’s

February 20, 2026 No Comments

Ketone-rich diets increase the SIRT3 protein that protects neurons from death during the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. But how does it work? Find out more.

Can Alzheimer’s Be Treated with Iron-Modifying Drugs?

February 15, 2026 No Comments

Dietary iron is an essential element in the brain. That’s why it is critical to understand how it affects Alzheimer’s. Researchers used advanced X-ray techniques to take a giant step forward in understanding iron chemistry in amyloid plaque, the main culprit behind Alzheimer’s. Learn more about their exciting new insights.

Anti-Inflammatory Diet Lowers Dementia Risk

February 13, 2026 No Comments

Researchers find that a diet including more fruit, vegetables, beans and tea or coffee lowers the risk of developing dementia later in life. Learn more.

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Could Omega-3 in Midlife Lessen Early-Onset Dementia Risk?

January 30, 2026 No Comments

Higher midlife omega-3 levels were linked to lower early-onset dementia risk. It’s not proof — but it’s a meaningful signal worth paying attention to.

Drinking & Smoking’s Rush to Alzheimer’s

January 20, 2026 2 Comments

VIDEO If you live to 85, there’s a 50/50 chance of getting a dementia such as Alzheimer’s. What if you could improve those odds by

Midnight Munchies for Dementia – New Year’s & All Year

December 31, 2025 3 Comments

VIDEO+ARTICLE CARE TIP: Midnight snacks are great on New Year’s Eve and even greater on midnight dementia-care shifts. Learn how late-night munchies solved a nurse’s wandering & behavior problems.

Healthy Berry-Rich Sangria for a Sparkling New Year

December 28, 2025 1 Comment

BRAIN-HEALTHY RECIPE: Ring in the New Year in style and moderation with this tantalizing sangria.

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Beetroot Boosts Blood Flow. Will That Slow Cognitive Decline?

December 19, 2025 No Comments

NEW STUDY: Beetroot is known for improving blood flow—but that may matter more for dementia than many people realize. See the evidence and and what caregivers should realistically take from it.

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A Simple Tip Lowered Caregiver Burnout Across Australia

May 19, 2026

A simple care tip from Dr. Neal Shah to measurably drop anxiety scores within 6 weeks.

Love is a feeling that dementia cannot take away.

Thought of the Week: Love Outshines Dementia

May 18, 2026

There is one thing dementia cannot take away,And that is love.Love is not a memory –It is a feeling that resides inside.

Quick Tomato & White Bean Salad

May 18, 2026

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