Share This Page

Alzheimer's And Dementia Weekly

Support & Insight for the Autumn of Life

Prevention

Sleep ‘Sweet Spot’ Keeps Brain Sharp

February 6, 2026 No Comments

Too much sleep and too little sleep can contribute to cognitive decline, researchers report. Learn more.

Man sleeping peacefully on striped bedding, embracing relaxation and comfort.

A Good Night’s Sleep Clears Alzheimer’s Tau

January 30, 2026 No Comments

A research study finds when young healthy men had a full, uninterrupted night of rest, their blood levels showed a reduced level of tau, the biomarker for Alzheimer’s disease. The level was higher when they lost just one night of sleep. Learn more.

Senior couple on a long walk in the mountains

Energetic Lifestyle Builds Brains by 5%

January 24, 2026 2 Comments

UCLA researchers found active people build 5% more gray matter in their brain. See how this prevents Alzheimer’s.

Narrowing of artery by lipid deposit of plaque

Do a Fresh Cholesterol Check to Fight Vascular Dementia

January 20, 2026 No Comments

Cardiovascular events like strokes can trigger vascular dementia.American Heart Association cholesterol guidelines can significantly reduce cardiovascular events. Is it time to take a fresh look at your cholesterol?

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

Pink Noise Machines Improve Sleep & Fight Dementia

January 7, 2026 No Comments

SLEEP VIDEO & ARTICLE: Sound stimulation can improve sleep and memory for people with pre-dementia. This study used easy-to-buy “pink noise” machines. See how simple sleep therapy makes a real difference.

Kidney Health and Alzheimer’s: Why Your Kidneys Matter in Alzheimer’s Biomarker Testing

December 10, 2025 No Comments

What caregivers should know about interpreting Alzheimer’s biomarkers and kidney function.

Smiling elderly woman enjoying company at an outdoor gathering, exhibiting warmth and happiness.

Your Social Frailty Index: A New Way to Delay Dementia

December 5, 2025 No Comments

Strengthening social connections may offer a surprising boost to long-term brain health.

L-ARGININE PILLS: Arginine 1000 mg 120 Tablets - Pharmaceutical Grade

Arginine on the Frontline: New Hope for Alzheimer’s

November 23, 2025 No Comments

A new study suggests a simple nutrient — arginine — may reduce amyloid-β buildup in Alzheimer’s. The findings, from animal studies, raise an encouraging question: could arginine eventually play a role in Alzheimer’s prevention? Here’s what the research shows — and what caregivers should know.

Senior thoughtful female in eyeglasses and wireless headphones listening to music near green leaves

Music Eases Sundowning, Lowers Dementia Risk

November 19, 2025 No Comments

A few minutes of music each day can calm sundowning and help support brain health. A new study explains these protective benefits — and we’ll show you how to build gentle musical routines into evening care.

Sautéed Tilapia with Garlic-Ginger Broccoli and Brown Rice

May 19, 2026

HideExcerpt

Quick Mediterranean Cod with Spinach and Lentils

May 19, 2026

HideExcerpt

Herbed Cod with Garlicky Swiss Chard and Quinoa

May 19, 2026

HideExcerpt

Most Popular Stories

Grandmother in black and white striped shirt hugging girl in black and white striped shirt

A Grandchild for One Day Keeps Dementia Away

An intriguing study of 120 grandmothers might surprise you. Doctors know socially engaged people have better cognition and less dementia. But can a person get too much of a good thing? What’s the right balance?

“I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” By Dad with Dementia & Son

Enjoy this great duet between a musician with dementia and his son. A triumph of spirit over Alzheimer’s! Sing-a-long if you like!

Is Alzheimer’s Catchy?

It looks like a sneeze cannot give anyone Alzheimer’s. While Alzheimer’s abnormal disease proteins do spread from cell-to-cell, they are not “infectious”. Check out the facts.