Omega-3 fatty acids enhance cognitive flexibility in at-risk older adults

A study of older adults at risk of late-onset Alzheimer’s disease found that those who consumed more omega-3 fatty acids did better than their peers on tests of cognitive flexibility — the ability…

Can caffeine be used to treat or prevent Alzheimer’s disease?

The proposed link between caffeine and reductions in the beta amyloid plaque accumulation characteristic of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) suggest a possible role for caffeine in AD treatment.

New ‘MIND’ diet linked to reduced risk of Alzheimer’s

The MIND diet – a hybrid of the Mediterranean and DASH diets – was linked to reduced Alzheimer’s risk in a new study, even among participants who did not follow it explicitly.

Walnut-enriched diet slows Alzheimer’s progression in mice

A new study found a walnut-enriched diet fed to mice with Alzheimer’s improved their learning skills, memory, anxiety and motor coordination.

Promising drug candidate for Alzheimer’s found in turmeric compound

A compound found in turmeric, the spice used in curry powder, could be a promising drug candidate for treating neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and stroke.

Link found between dementia and vitamin D deficiency

Researchers have found that not getting the recommended amounts of vitamin D could double the risk of older people developing forms of dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Alzheimer’s disease not prevented by B vitamins

Taking B vitamins doesn’t slow mental decline as we age, nor is it likely to prevent Alzheimer’s disease, conclude Oxford University researchers who have assembled all the best clinical trial data…

Scientists discover big clue to how caffeine wards off Alzheimer’s

We already know caffeine intake appears to ward off Alzheimer’s but not how exactly.

Alzheimer’s defense: omega-3s linked to larger brain volume

Among the myriad changes that accompany aging, shrinking brain volume can be a worrying one. A normal part of growing older, it can also be a sign of Alzheimer’s disease. But the good news is that a recent study suggests people with higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids have larger brain volumes in old age.

Vitamin E may combat functional decline from Alzheimer’s disease

New research suggests that a daily dose of vitamin E may help to slow functional decline for patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease and may help reduce the amount of care these patients need.

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