Certain Nutrients Appear to Slow Brain Aging
A study published in the journal npj Aging shows that specific nutrients may promote healthy brain aging and stave off cognitive decline.
Cognitive Health
Junk Food Diet May Cause Long-term Brain Damage
The link between diet and brain health has been well established, with research showing that a so-called Western diet high in saturated fats and simple sugars may trigger Alzheimer’s disease. Research also shows that people who suffer from Alzheimer’s tend to have lower levels of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, whichRead
Data Links Cannabis Use to Decreased Dementia Risk
Subjective cognitive decline (SCD), “the self-reported experience of worsening or more frequent confusion or memory loss,” affects about 11% of adults over 45 years of age. Because it involves a personal perception of mental decline before the appearance of objective cognitive issues, it is often the earliest noticeable symptom ofRead
Can Multivitamins Improve Cognitive Aging?
Third major study finds evidence that daily multivitamin supplements improve memory and slow cognitive aging in older adults Today I want to share with you an article published in Science Daily based upon a study referred to as The COSMOS trial The trial results suggest that the daily consumption of multivitamin supplementsRead
The Vitamin Solution for Better Memory
As our population ages, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and dementia continue to pose significant challenges in the field of healthcare. Nearly 7 million Americans currently live with AD, and that number is expected to almost double by the year 2050. Alzheimer’s was the fifth-leading cause of death among people age 65Read
Mushrooming Immunity & Mental Clarity – White Paper
Introduction Mushrooms are fungi and those which possess medicinal properties have a unique and powerful role in natural medicine. Some species of mushrooms have been used as medicine for thousands of years. There is a natural synergy between fungi and herbs that can be exploited to make significant impacts onRead
Herbal Remedy Shows Promise for Stroke-Related Cognitive Impairment
Stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of disability. More than half of stroke victims who survive develop some form of cognitive impairment, which significantly affects their quality of life. While there are medications used to treat post-stroke cognitive impairment, their efficacyRead
Researchers Link Abdominal Fat to Brain Health in Men
According to the World Health Organization, some 55 million people globally suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. With 10 million new cases diagnosed annually, dementia has become the seventh leading cause of death worldwide, and those numbers are only likely to grow as life expectancy continues to increase. Thus far,Read
Can DHA Protect Brain Cells from Effects of High-Fat Diet?
A study in Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience shows that docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) can protect the brain from damage caused by saturated fats.
Routine Vaccinations May Reduce Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
In a study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, scientists found a reduced risk of dementia among people who received common vaccines, such as those for shingles and pneumonia.
