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06/15/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
This is why older people have a harder time focusing under stress
Aging takes a toll on the brain, affecting memory and the ability to focus. A study published in the journal Nature Human Behavior found that older people find it difficult to focus because they have a weaker locus coeruleus. This particular brain network is responsible for controlling the ability to focus while under stress or […]
06/07/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Study finds Alzheimer’s compromises the immune system as well as the brain, offering insights on brain-body communication
A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease provides new information on how the brain and the rest of the body communicate. Previous studies have suggested that pathology related to Alzheimer’s disease may occur before the clinical symptoms of the disease manifest, and that inflammation is one of the main components of the […]
06/05/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Continuous use of anti-epileptic drugs increases your risk of dementia by 30%
People who continuously use anti-epileptic drugs are more likely to have Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. In the study, researchers at the University of Eastern Finland and the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) looked at the effects of the continuous use of anti-epileptic drugs on the […]
05/31/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Six healthy lifestyle habits that prevent dementia
Dementia is the term used to describe a group of symptoms such as memory impairment, confusion, and loss of ability to accomplish daily tasks. Globally, nearly 50 million have the condition, with 10 million new cases recorded each year. The risk of having dementia increases with age, but this does not mean that it is a normal […]
05/29/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Inflammatory disease can cause your brain to change, making you more vulnerable to other illnesses
Inflammatory disease can lead to brain changes, which make you more susceptible to other illnesses, according to a study published in the journal Nature. In the study, it was found that inflammatory reactions can alter the brain’s immune cells in the long term, which means that these cells have an “immunological memory.” This memory may […]
05/20/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
How exactly does fish oil help the heart? It counteracts the effects of mental stress
A study found that fish oil benefits the heart by counteracting the effects of mental stress in several measurements of cardiovascular health, such as heart rate and muscle sympathetic nerve activity (MSNA). In conducting the study, a team of researchers at Michigan Technological University worked with 67 adult participants. At the start of the study, the […]
05/17/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Strawberries found to reduce inflammation and prevent cognitive decline
Strawberries may be sweet and juicy, but they are more than just their taste. This fruit can reduce inflammation and cognitive issues related to aging. In a study published in the Journals of Gerontology Series A, a team of researchers from the Salk Cellular Neurobiology Laboratory discovered that these are all due to the dietary flavonoid […]
05/11/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Are you feeding your brain the right nutrients? Folate, vitamins B12, C, E, and D are crucial for mental health
Feeding your brain the right nutrients, such as folate, and vitamins B12, C, E, and D are crucial for mental health. In a review, it was found that patients with the chronic mental disorder schizophrenia have low levels of these nutrients. A team of researchers from the University of Manchester, Belgium’s KU Leuven University, and […]
04/18/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
“Beet” it! A compound found in this superfood may help slow Alzheimer’s
You can now add one more benefit to eating beets – that is, slowing down the progress of Alzheimer’s disease. According to a study, the extracts of beets contain a compound called betanin which could help prevent the building up of misfolded proteins and slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Past studies conducted by other […]
04/07/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Excessive daytime sleepiness in older adults could be an indicator of plaque buildup in the brain, increasing risk of dementia
Excessive daytime sleepiness in older people could be a sign of plaque buildup in the brain, increasing the risk of dementia, according to a study published in the journal JAMA Neurology. As people age, the tendency to be extra sleepy during daytime increases. Excessive daytime sleepiness has been associated with cognitive decline in older adults. […]
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