We know there are differences in men and women’s brains that can translate to varied reactions to environmental, lifestyle and genetic factors. But a…
Fasting to stop yourself from aging might sound a bit new agey, but the concept is getting some serious backing in scientific studies. A…
A Japanese research team is questioning whether the “bugs” that live in our gut might have something to do with Alzheimer’s. It’s not just…
We all know how difficult caregiving for a loved one with dementia can be. Imagine finding out you have Alzheimer’s too. Being Patient speaks…
It’s usually not until the later decades that adults start worrying about memory loss. But everyone, even 20-year-olds, can relate to feeling like their…
You are what you eat, so the saying goes, and a recent study is lending some validity to the phrase. Researchers from Iowa State…
Because there is no treatment for Alzheimer’s, prevention strategies offer the best weapons we have against the disease. And now, researchers are providing a…
Getting enough protein—in food form, not shakes—might help you live a longer, healthier life.
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Could taking care of your gums and teeth lower your risk for Alzheimer’s later in life? Maybe, according to a new study that found…
Right now, there is no treatment that can meaningfully stop or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. But what if scientists could tap into…
Tracking changes in a certain protein found through a simple blood test could detect Alzheimer’s up to a decade before other symptoms like memory…
How long does a person have to play contact sports like football for concerns like brain damage? For youngsters around the age of 12,…
A number of biotechs have aimed to resolve Alzheimer’s via a vaccine over recent years, only to call it off due to nasty side…
To reduce the risk of dementia in old age, a new study suggests that daily movement—even if it’s just doing chores like getting the mail or gardening—could be the best prevention tactic.