Eating Less Could Slow Brain Aging
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Being Patient
| March 28th, 2018
In a society where eating three large meals at the beginning, middle and end of the day is the norm, not eating seems like an…
Processed Food Associated With Alzheimer’s, Says Expert
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Being Patient
| March 26th, 2018
Research is underway to study the effects of lifestyle in improving our health and reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s. For a long time, Alzheimer’s…
Compound Found in Beets Might Help Prevent Alzheimer’s
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Being Patient
| March 20th, 2018
A compound found in beets that give them their distinctive red color may also hold the key to stopping the processes in the brain…
High Cholesterol Related to Better Brain Health Past Age 85
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Being Patient
| March 7th, 2018
Contrary to what we know about heart health and dementia, a new study suggests that high cholesterol is linked to better brain health in…
Not Enough Evidence That Diet Affects Dementia, 2018 UK Report Says
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Being Patient
| March 1st, 2018
The number of people living with dementia is projected to more than triple by 2050, soaring to 152 million cases worldwide. Not all types of…
Chronic Alcohol Use Is Bad for the Brain, Warn Researchers
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Being Patient
| February 21st, 2018
In recent years, researchers have found evidence that a daily glass of wine may bolster brain health, but scientists still debate whether alcohol, in any…
Can Small Amounts of Alcohol Help Clean the Brain?
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Being Patient
| February 5th, 2018
Excessive alcohol consumption is a well-researched hazard to your health. But for years, the scientific community has been trying to figure out if small…
Is High Blood Sugar Behind Cognitive Decline?
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Being Patient
| January 26th, 2018
A recent study shows that people with higher blood sugar levels experience a quicker rate of cognitive decline. The link between diabetes and dementia…
Could Limiting Salt Protect Against Alzheimer’s?
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Being Patient
| January 17th, 2018
Salt: Our bodies need it to function, but too much sodium can have dire consequences for cardiovascular health, like stroke, mounting research shows. Researchers at…
Alcohol Linked to Long-Term Cognitive Decline
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Being Patient
| January 15th, 2018
A study shows that excessive alcohol consumption is linked with slower reaction-time in aging. The effects of alcohol on brain health have long been…
Leafy Greens May Help Prevent Cognitive Decline
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Being Patient
| December 21st, 2017
Are leafy greens the key to helping preserve your brain’s youth? A new study found that those who ate larger servings of greens like…
Should We Add More Lithium to Drinking Water to Prevent Dementia?
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Being Patient
| December 11th, 2017
December 11, 2017 Drinking water that contains tiny amounts of lithium, a metal found naturally in mineral springs and igneous rocks, may help slow…
Canola Oil Linked to Poor Memory and Alzheimer’s Disease
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Being Patient
| December 7th, 2017
If you’re on the dementia prevention track, you’ve probably read that olive oil and healthy fats containing omega-3s are linked to a lower risk…
Obesity Increases Dementia Risk, Study Finds
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Being Patient
| December 2nd, 2017
In a study of 1.3 million people in the U.S. and Europe, scientists have found that having a higher BMI (body mass index) is…
Expert Q&A: A Ketogenic Diet and Alzheimer’s Prevention
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Being Patient
| November 10th, 2017
What do we know about the ketogenic diet and Alzheimer’s prevention? Some studies have shown convincing evidence that what you eat really matters when…