Why are Fat People at Risk for Memory Loss & Dementia?
February 27, 2023
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Fat, middle aged people are 3.6 times as likely to develop memory loss and dementia. See the research that reveals why.
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Exit the ICU ASAP
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Patients are leaving ICUs (Intensive Care Units) with deficits similar to mild Alzheimer’s disease that persist for a year. See the research and learn about the risks.
Antioxidant IDPs in Meat Help Prevent Dementia
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IDPs, a form of antioxidant contained in meat, are effective in relieving fatigue and preventing dementia. Learn more.
Acting Out While Asleep? Take Steps to Prevent Lewy Body Dementia
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Striking out or shouting while asleep, called RBD, may be a very early warning of Lewy Body dementia. Learn what to look for and what to do about it.
5 Anti-Falling Tips
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Falls are a preventable threat to the independence and health of those living with dementia. Arm yourself with the following fall prevention tips. Learn how you can reduce the risk of falls.
Estrogen Hormone Therapy Inhibits Alzheimer’s Gene
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Estrogen showed a protective effect in women carrying the ApoE4 gene. ApoE4 puts people at substantially increased risk for Alzheimer’s. Learn when and how estrogen may protect you.
Escaping Smoggy Areas Helps Brainpower
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How many years does the pollution in your area add to the “age” of your brain?
Daily Multivitamins Improve Cognition in Older Adults
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Older adults who took a daily multivitamin showed higher scores in global cognition, memory and executive function, researchers found.
Optimizing Brain Health
February 5, 2023
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How does a healthy brain work? What can we do to keep our brain healthy? Watch this engaging University of California exploration on making neurons “happy”.
Treating Dementia with Coconut Oil
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DIET VIDEO: The jury is out on coconut oil for dementia. Many institutions remain skeptical, while others cautiously review clinical trials. In the meantime, people
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