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Don’t Take It So Hard, For Your Brain’s Sake

May 2, 2025 No Comments

STRESS affects Alzheimer’s risk. Find out how. Learn 10 ways to de-stress and relax.

“Beet” Alzheimer’s with Betanin

April 28, 2025 3 Comments

Betanin makes beets red. Betanin slows the #1 Alzheimer’s culprit, brain plaque. Learn the way it fights dementia and how much to eat or drink.

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“Alive Inside” – The Music for Alzheimer’s Movie

April 25, 2025 No Comments

MUSIC (VIDEO & ARTICLE): Alive Inside is an award-winning, magical, healing film. Watch music’s ability to fight memory loss & restore a deep sense of self.

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27 Sleep Tips to Fight Alzheimer’s

April 21, 2025 9 Comments

Poor sleep aggravates dementia and increases Alzheimer’s risk. Sleeping well restores and refreshes the brain. Learn to get a good night’s sleep to prevent and treat dementia. Check out these tips.

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Horses Improve Life with Dementia

April 8, 2025 1 Comment

A University of California at Davis study examines how connection, through activities with horses, improves life with dementia.

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What Starts Alzheimer’s, What Stops It?

April 4, 2025 No Comments

VIDEO: Vascular neglect triggers Alzheimer’s decades before symptoms appear. See how to use that knowledge to lower risk and slow its advance.

Art Tours for Alzheimer’s

March 27, 2025 No Comments

ALZHEIMER’S & ART – VIDEO: Art helps people with Alzheimer’s enjoy the moment. The “Contemporary Journeys” program shows, it’s a life that can still offer both great joy and meaningful experiences – through the power of art. Kate McDonald of Twin Cities PBS in Minneapolis reports.

Brains & Blueberries

March 21, 2025 No Comments

Blueberries can significantly improve cognitive performance within hours of consumption. Watch Dr. Greger on NutritionFacts.org to see how much.

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Pet Therapy: Horses Ease Dementia’s Symptoms

March 20, 2025 1 Comment

Researchers found that spending time with horses — equine therapy — eases Alzheimer’s symptoms. Find out why.

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Each Treadmill Minute = Even Better Memory 25 Years Later

March 13, 2025 No Comments

In an extensive 25-year study, researchers found people who stayed on treadmills longer tended to score higher on memory tests. Study participants recalled more words correctly on a memory test for every additional minute they ran.
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Rivastigmine Alzheimer’s Patch: New Research, Better Comfort

December 11, 2025

New studies highlight smoother tolerability, easier routines, and practical safety updates that make the rivastigmine patch an increasingly caregiver-friendly option.

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

December 10, 2025

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

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8 Care Tips to Boost Holiday Joy

December 9, 2025

DEMENTIA & HOLIDAY PLANS: Relatives with dementia may be frail or have special emotional, mental and physical health needs. Check out these ways to help them enjoy the holiday season.