Eating mushrooms may reduce the risk of cognitive decline
Seniors who eat more than 300 grams of cooked mushrooms per week have reduced odds of developing mild cognitive impairment.... Read More...
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Hip Fractures May Be An Early Sign of Alzheimer’s in Older People
Researchers report they have identified biomarkers of Alzheimer's disease in spinal fluid samples of a significant number of older patients hospitalized as a result of hip fractures. The study suggests neural alterations that lead to poor balance in older people may signify an increased risk of falls that result in hip fractures, and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers suggest the hip fracture, therefore, may serve as an early sign of Alzheimer's in older patients.... Read More...
Exercise Benefits Brains and Blood Flow Changes in Older Adults
Exercise is associated with improved brain function and a decrease in cerebral blood flow in older people with mild cognitive impairment, a new study reports. ... Read More...
Does Intensive Blood Pressure Control Reduce Dementia?
A new study reports controlling blood pressure has a measurable impact on mild cognitive impairment, a precursor of dementia.... Read More...
Orange Juice, Leafy Greens and Berries Tied to Decreased Memory Loss in Men
Study reports 34% of men who consumed more leafy vegetables, and 47% who regularly drank orange juice were less likely to develop poor cognitive skills than those who did not. ... Read More...
Study of Retired NFL and NHL Players Doesn’t Find Evidence of Early Onset Dementia
A new study, which involved a small sample of former professional athletes, found no evidence of early onset dementia.... Read More...
Acting is Key to Remembering Tasks
Researchers say acting out scenarios may help to improve prospective memory. Poor prospective memory, researchers report, may be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease. ... Read More...
Almost 40 Years After Autism Was Officially Identified, Researchers Look at How Older Adults Are Affected by the Diagnosis
Researchers are studying the brain activity of adults with ASD to better understand the cognitive changes that occur across aging in adulthood.... Read More...
Hormone Therapy May Lead to Improved Cognitive Function
A new study reveals using estradiol gel in combination with oral progesterone can help to improve cognitive function in postmenopausal women.... Read More...
Subjective Memory May Play Role in Signaling Cognitive Decline
A new study reports listening to subjective complaints about memory lapses in people over 60 could help doctors to diagnose the onset of MCI and dementia.... Read More...
How Do We Lose Memory? A STEP at a Time
A new study reports increased levels of STEP in the hippocampus is linked to mild cognitive impairment.... Read More...
For Some, Hearing Loss May Be Tied to Memory Loss
A new study reveals people with central hearing loss are twice as likely to suffer mild cognitive impairment than those with no hearing loss.... Read More...