Tag: Alzheimer’s
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Improving Deep Sleep May Reduce Dementia Risk
Currently, over 55 million people have dementia worldwide. With nearly 10 million new cases occurring every year, it is more important than ever to address this neurological crisis. While there is currently no cure for the condition, mitigating one’s risk can help reduce the rising statistics. According to a recent study, enhancing or maintaining deep…
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Top 3 Tips to Boost Brain Function Ahead of World Alzheimer’s Day
Anyone over the age of 65 is at risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease, yet science suggests that up to 40% of Alzheimer’s cases could be prevented through healthy lifestyle modifications, says an expert from Cleveland Clinic’s Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health ahead of World Alzheimer’s Day on September 21. 2023. “Changes in the brain…
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Could Rooibos Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer’s Disease is a progressive illness that destroys memory and other important mental functions, affecting an estimated 55 million people worldwide. By 2050, the number of cases is set to increase to 139 million. Additionally, low- and middle-income countries experiencing the most significant increase. As life expectancy increases, more people are reaching ages where neurodegenerative…
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Espresso Coffee Helps Prevent Alzheimer’s in a Lab Study
Could your daily espresso turn out to be a functional food that protects your brain from Alzheimer’s disease? In a recent study published by the University of Verona, Italy (Tira et al. 2023), the authors considered whether some of the compounds found in espresso could act against the abnormal formation of tau proteins in the…
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Lecanemab: Alzheimer’s Drug Gets Full FDA Approval
Globally, there are over 55 million people living with Alzheimer’s disease, and this figure is projected to hit 78 million by 2030 and 139 million by 2050. With global deaths from Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias nearly tripling over the past 30 years, there’s been an added incentive to find a cure to adequately address this crisis. Unfortunately, there…
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Ear-EEG Device Seeks To Aid Early Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
From late diagnosis, to no cure being available, the detection and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease has been met with difficulties for years. However, there may be a solution looming, thanks to Rigshospitalet University and Aarhus University collaborating with the Danish health technology company, T&W Engineering. Their goal? To create a simple, at-home solution for early…
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Can Breathing Exercises Reduce Alzheimer’s Disease Risk?
As the most common form of dementia and affecting over 55 million people globally, Alzheimer’s disease is a global health issue. As researchers work around the clock to find a cure for the condition, others are examining ways in which one can reduce their risk of developing the neurodegenerative disease. While many studies showcase how…
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Why Does Alzheimer’s Disease Affect More Women Than Men?
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. It is a condition that causes the brain to gradually shrink and its cells to die. It is typically caused by a dangerous buildup of amyloid proteins around the brain cells, and tau proteins inside them. According to 2023 Alzheimer’s Association Facts and Figures, an estimated…
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Research Suggests Moderate Alcohol Consumption Can Harm The Brain
“A glass of wine a day keeps the doctor away.” This is a quote most of us have heard, with some using it to justify daily alcohol consumption. Now, you may be asking, “It’s just one glass, how harmful could it be?” According to research, moderate alcohol consumption can lead to adverse effects, specifically on…
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A Mediterranean-Keto Diet Could Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
Diets serve various purposes. Whether it be to lose weight, or to improve overall health, the options and benefits are endless. According to recent research, a Mediterranean keto diet could help reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. What Is Alzheimer’s? As the most common cause of dementia (60-80% of all cases), Alzheimer’s disease is a…