alzheimer's prevention

Eating flavonoid-rich foods may help keep Alzheimer's disease at bay

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 12, 2020 at 10:56am

A new study has linked low intake of flavonoids to higher risk of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Read to know more about these substances and where you can find them.
Prevent Alzheimer's disease: Six simple ways to keep your brain healthy as you age

Posted By Editorial Team, February 05, 2020 at 12:52pm

Studies have also shown that you can reduce your risk of Alzheimer's and other dementias through a combination of simple but effective lifestyle changes
Good news for patients of Alzheimer’s disease: A cure may be coming soon

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, January 10, 2020 at 04:19pm

Alzheimer's disease can wreak havoc in your life. But a new million dollar research may unveil a cure for this condition soon.
Tuberculosis vaccine may lower Alzheimer's risk in cancer patients

Posted By ANI, December 28, 2019 at 10:41am

There may soon be a glimmer of hope for patients of Alzheimer's disease. New research says that a new tuberculosis vaccine may lower your risk of the disease.
Regular exercise may cut Alzheimer's risk in older adults

Posted By IANS, August 11, 2019 at 11:51am

According to a new study, if you are physically inactive, it may give you Alzheimer's. Read on to know more.
What is the link between heart disease and Alzheimer's?

Posted By Editorial Team, November 12, 2018 at 12:03pm

Turns out, genetics may predispose some people to both Alzheimer's disease and high levels of blood lipids such as cholesterol, a common feature of the cardiovascular disease.
World Alzheimer's Day 2018: Can vitamin B12 supplementation improve memory in Alzheimer’s disease?

Posted By Debjani Arora, September 21, 2018 at 06:42pm

Previous studies stated that taking vitamin B12 supplementation did not do much to prevent Alzheimer's disease. But more recently, researchers found that high doses of B12 reduced the brain shrinkage (cerebral atrophy) associated with mild cognitive impairment.
World Alzheimer's Day 2018: The link between vitamin D deficiency and Alzheimer’s

Posted By Debjani Arora, September 21, 2018 at 06:40pm

A study published in the journal Neurology stated that people with low levels of vitamin D were twice more likely to develop Alzheimer s or other types of dementia than people who had normal levels of vitamin D.
World Alzheimer’s Day 2018: 5 things you can do to cut down risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

Posted By Upneet Pansare, September 21, 2018 at 03:29pm

Alzheimer's is a complex disease and while some risk factors such as age and genetics may not be under our control, others such as our lifestyle changes are. Certain changes to lifestyle will help avert the risk by keeping the mind and body healthy.
Alzheimer's disease : How does exercise help?

Posted By Upneet Pansare, September 07, 2018 at 11:50am

The benefits of exercise are well known. Now a study has shown how exactly physical exercise can help cognition in those with Alzheimer's.
Sleeping pills linked to Alzheimer's disease risk, says study

Posted By Agencies, August 14, 2018 at 08:06pm

Regular intake of benzodiazepines, widely used to treat insomnia and anxiety, may be associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, a study has warned.
Study finds Alzheimer's drug effective if used before symptoms develop

Posted By Agencies, August 03, 2018 at 02:02pm

This could prevent the disease or slow its progression long enough that the average age of symptom onset.
Surprising factors that can spike up your risk of dementia

Posted By Kristina Das, July 24, 2018 at 05:19pm

A healthy lifestyle can help you beat this memory issue. Take small steps for strengthening your cognitive skills.
Can antivirals help in reducing risk of Alzheimer's disease?

Posted By Agencies, July 15, 2018 at 10:42am

In the study, when people who suffered with severe herpes infection were treated aggressively with antiviral drugs, the relative risk of dementia was reduced by a factor of 10.
Know whether aspirin can reduce Alzheimer's disease symptoms

Posted By Agencies, July 04, 2018 at 09:34am

The study identifies a possible new role for one of the most widely used, common, over-the-counter medications in the world.
Brain cholesterol tied to Alzheimer's disease

Posted By Agencies, May 09, 2018 at 09:50am

As per researchers, brain cholesterol can trigger Alzheimer's disease
Music: Taps into Alzheimer-free regions of brain

Posted By ANI, April 30, 2018 at 06:50pm

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive one as it slowly destroys the memory and thinking skills.
Personalised music to Alzheimer's rescue

Posted By Agencies, April 28, 2018 at 05:18pm

Listening to personalised music programme may help alleviate anxiety, improve mood and reduce other symptoms in patients with Alzheimer's disease, says a study.
Good news! Eating beetroots can delay Alzheimer's diseases and memory loss

Posted By Agencies, March 21, 2018 at 05:20pm

Betanin present in beetroots act as an inhibitor of certain chemical reactions in the brain involved in the progression of Alzheimer's disease claims the study
An expert tells us how early detection and diagnosis can help Alzheimer’s patient lead a better quality of life

Posted By Debjani Arora, March 15, 2018 at 08:48pm

Dr Pradeep Mahajan, Regenerative medicine researcher, StemRx tells us that a timely treatment and diagnosis can at least help the old and elderly to lead a better quality of life.