Can mushrooms help delay or prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s disease?

Certain edible and medicinal mushrooms contain bioactive compounds that may enhance nerve growth in the brain and protect against neurotoxic stimuli such as inflammation that contribute to…

Could a chicory compound reduce Alzheimer’s-related memory loss?

Researchers suggest that a compound called chicoric acid – found in chicory – has the potential to reduce memory loss associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

Probiotics may boost learning, memory for Alzheimer’s patients

Researchers found people with Alzheimer’s who consumed probiotics every day for 12 weeks showed improvements in cognitive functioning.

Probiotics may boost learning, memory for Alzheimer’s patients

Researchers found people with Alzheimer’s who consumed probiotics every day for 12 weeks showed improvements in cognitive functioning.

Could coffee reduce women’s risk of dementia?

Older women who consume at least 261 milligrams of caffeine daily – around two to three cups of coffee – may be at lower risk of dementia, study finds.

Dementia risk increased with calcium supplements in certain women

In seniors who have experienced cerebrovascular disease, including stroke, calcium supplements may increase the risk of dementia, study finds.

Alzheimer’s-causing proteins could be reduced with a healthy diet, exercise

A healthy diet, a healthy BMI, and regular physical activity could reduce the buildup of proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease, a new study finds.

Holistic approach to mealtimes could help dementia sufferers

Eating together, providing social support and interaction during meals could help people with dementia avoid dehydration and malnutrition – according to new NIHR-funded research from the University…

Re-energizing the aging brain

The human brain has a prodigious demand for energy — 20 to 30% of the body’s energy budget.

Omega-3 fatty acids shown to exert a positive effect on the aging brain

Preventing Alzheimer’s disease through supplementation with natural omega-3 fatty acids.Changes in cognitive function and memory decline form a normal part of aging.

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