It may be common knowledge that high-sugar, high-fat junk food (think: fried foods, milkshakes, pastries, cakes and cookies) aren’t good for your waistline, but…
At AAIC, reporter Phil Gutis learns low-intensity exercise could stop mild cognitive impairment in its tracks. But, researchers say, knowing this is only half…
When research dropped at this year’s AAIC about the relationship between junk food consumption and brain health, late-night show host Stephen Colbert had a…
Research presented at AAIC found that people whose diets are full of junk food developed cognitive decline faster than those with healthier eating habits….
Three professors of nutrition and food science at the University of Reading explain why you shouldn’t trust research which claims that a single foodstuff…
Berries aren’t just a delicious cereal topping or perfect midday snack: Every few months, news outlets and websites pick up on new research into…
How can a chronic condition originating from the pancreas double your risk of developing Alzheimer’s or dementia? According to the Centers for Disease Control…
New research sheds light on the inspiring displays of strength and optimism that can follow a Parkinson’s diagnosis. In a Q&A, Neurologist Bastiaan Bloem…
Retired Air Force engineer Chuck McClatchey, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at the age of 61, shares his story. Desert Storm veteran Chuck McClatchey,…
If you have access to a garden — be it a community garden, local botanical gardens, try it out this Earth Day. Even just…
A new study predicts dementia cases will rise three-fold. Developing countries are expected to be the hardest hit. Eastern sub-Saharan Africa, North Africa and…
Science shows that reading is one among other intellectual activities that is intricately linked with our brain health and social skills. Throughout the COVID-19…
We all have a vision for our future, aspirations we hope to achieve, whether it be in our careers, relationships or passions. A diagnosis…
Dementia care expert Teepa Snow shares guidance for making the holiday season more dementia-inclusive. For many families, the holidays mean mistletoe and holly, gift-giving,…
A recent study shows that people with a stronger sense of purpose seem to recall their memories with more vivid details compared to those…