By Chris Melore A silent killer may be floating through the air you’re breathing right now. It’s no secret that air pollution is bad for your health, but a new study is explaining how certain magnetic materials may play a key role in the development…
By Matt Higgins More than 50 years after the Vietnam War ended, the infamous herbicide Agent Orange continues to haunt many veterans. Research warns that millions of Americans have likely been exposed to the dangerous substance as well due to its widespread use in commercial…
By Study Finds Your morning cup of coffee might hold the key to curing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. A recent study suggests that treated coffee grounds could be key in preventing the debilitating neurodegenerative conditions. The discovery, made by a team of researchers at the…
By John Anderer When it comes to promoting a stronger memory at any age through diet, most doctors and nutritionists point patients and clients toward lots of berries, seafood, and leafy green vegetables. Now, however, fascinating new findings suggest that mushrooms can also benefit memory…
By Chris Melore Why do dolphins and other mammals in the sea end up stranded on beaches across the world? A new study finds they may suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, just like humans. Researchers in Scotland have found the telltale signs of the disease in…
By Study Finds Vitamin D supplements could potentially be the key to staving off Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research. Brains of older people with higher levels of the nutrient function better, say nutritionists at Tufts University. The main natural source is sunlight, but wrinkly skin…
By Chris Melore A new Alzheimer’s study has found two compounds that reduce the buildup of harmful plaques in the brain — one of hallmarks of the disease. Importantly, these compounds are common ingredients in two popular drinks: green tea and red wine. A team…
By Study Finds Meditation may protect older people against Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia, according to new research. The ancient relaxation technique boosts brainpower among people over 65 years-old, scientists in France say. It can boost attention, awareness, and emotional health – faculties…
By Study Finds Older people can stave off Alzheimer’s disease with a daily 15-minute walk or other physical activities, according to new research. Researchers in Germany say moderate physical activity boosts all areas of the brain, especially those involved in memory. Staying active also benefits…
By Study Finds Love grapes? You’ll love this study then. Snacking on grapes could potentially add up to five years to your life, research suggests. Scientists behind the study at Western New England University describe the results as “astonishing.” Grapes are rich in chemicals that…
By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira Trying to avoid dementia? Go fish! That’s the takeaway from a recent study by scientists with the Fatty Acid Research Institute. Researchers say that people with high amounts of the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are 49% less likely to develop Alzheimer’s…
By GMI Reporter More than 40% of dementia diagnoses have been shown to be wrong. Here’s what may really be going on. Imagine this nightmare. For the last few years your mother has had serious memory problems. She gets lost driving. She repeats the…
By Áine Kelly, Trinity College Dublin Physical activity is very important for a number of reasons – including that it helps to protect the structure and function of our brain as we age. This may be key in reducing the risk of developing certain neurodegenerative…
By Tyler Durden The best way to decrease the risk of Alzheimer’s disease could be a Mediterranean diet that is rich in fish, vegetables, and olive oil, according to a new study. The research, titled “Mediterranean Diet, Alzheimer Disease Biomarkers and Brain Atrophy in Old…
By Matteo De Marco, University of Sheffield and Annalena Venneri, University of Sheffield Being overweight increases the risk of many serious health conditions, including strokes, cancer, diabetes and hypertension. Less well known, perhaps, is the link between being overweight or obese and the health of…
By Eleftheria Kodosaki, Cardiff University Alzheimer’s disease is a devastating condition that is currently unstoppable and incurable. The main cause of the disease is the loss of neurons and other brain cells in the brain – also know as degeneration. This degeneration is what leads…
The foods we eat may have a direct impact on our cognitive acuity in our later years. This is the key finding of an Iowa State University research study spotlighted in an article published in the November 2020 issue of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease….
By: GreenMedInfo Research Group Omega-3 fatty acids are known to be good for heart health, but did you know that in high doses they may also slow cognitive decline? Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation has been studied extensively as a therapeutic intervention, demonstrating promise in the…
By Natalie L Marchant, UCL Dementia affects an estimated 54 million people worldwide. There no cure, but reports indicate that approximately a third of dementia cases may be preventable, which is why many researchers have begun to focus on identifying risk factors. This would allow…
By Eleftheria Kodosaki, Cardiff Metropolitan University and Keith Morris, Cardiff Metropolitan University We’re often told to eat more fruits and vegetables – and for good reason. Many of the nutrients found in fruits and vegetables are responsible for numerous health benefits, in particular preventing a…
