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New research shows how your eyes could be the window into seeing your risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Since Alzheimer’s disease begins to alter and damage the brain many years before symptoms appear, early detection is often extremely difficult. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia. It causes a continuous decline in thinking, behavioral, and social ...click here to read more

Blueberries don’t have a thing on black rice. Did I say black rice? You bet I did. Rice isn’t just red, white, or brown. Black rice exists too. Long called the “forbidden rice” or “emperor’s rice,” it’s a much less common form of rice that’s growing in popularity. Its nicknames come from a long history, ...click here to read more

A surprising new study shows how patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may receive fewer treatments in hospitals after suffering from a heart attack. This new research is helping to spread the light on those with MCI who may be able to make informed decisions about their medical care. When most people hear about cognitive ...click here to read more

Do you nap a lot during the day? If you do, this is for you. A growing body of research is indicating a strong relationship between sleep quality and the likelihood of Alzheimer’s. And it seems like daytime naps offer plenty of insight. The association appears to be the more often you nap, the more ...click here to read more

New research shows how intensive blood pressure control could help to control adverse changes in brain health. It has previously been shown that those who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure are at a higher risk of dementia and other cognitive impairments. According to the study published in the Journal of the American Medical ...click here to read more

I get that at a certain point, you might not care as much about weight gain and heart health as you used to. This may be even truer if you’re on heart medication—for some, it serves as a type of safety net that says “eat what you want and don’t exercise.” But let’s look beyond ...click here to read more

In an aging population, mindfulness meditation could provide a way to reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). While there is currently no known way to prevent older adults with mild cognitive impairment from developing Alzheimer’s disease, meditation could help to prevent brain disease before it becomes a problem. According to a small pilot ...click here to read more

Meatless Mondays, plant-based burgers, and vegetarian or vegan diets are big-time trends. And let’s face it, the more plants you eat, the healthier you will probably be. But does that mean you should cut out meat or animal-based products entirely? Probably not. Although participating in Meatless Mondays or eating a little less meat is likely ...click here to read more

If you regularly notice you’ve got cold hands and feet, you’re likely experiencing circulation problems. And although the cold touch may appear to be nothing more than a minor annoyance, it could indicate a more significant problem. If nutrient-rich oxygenated blood isn’t reaching your hands and feet, it’s entirely plausible that it’s not reaching your ...click here to read more

A cup of coffee can kick things up a notch when needed. But it appears the popular beverage can do more to keep you young than provide a little extra energy. Numerous studies have observed anti-aging effects from coffee. Ranging from reduced risk for conditions like heart disease, stroke, and Alzheimer’s, coffee appears to have ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) research shows that those who suffer from depression may have a higher risk of cognitive decline over time. Depressive symptoms, together with brain amyloid, a biological marker of Alzheimer’s disease could trigger changes in memory and other related cognitive decline symptoms. The research from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), published in JAMA Network ...click here to read more

One of the top pieces of weight-loss advice you’ll hear is to stop drinking soda. The stuff is loaded with sugar and “empty” calories that can lead to all kinds of health implications. But is diet soda any better? On the surface, it sure seems like it. Diet soda has no sugar and no calories; ...click here to read more

Memory problems and cognitive disabilities, including dementia, are on the rise in the U.S. and cases are expected to nearly triple by 2060. Because of this, extensive research is being conducted to determine why cognitive-related conditions are continuing to grow and how they may be prevented. One such study that has recently been published in ...click here to read more

Although previous research has shown generally positive findings, new research has raised questions about the potentially dangerous risk of cognitive decline with the consumption of chili peppers. Many people throughout the world use chili in their local dishes to enhance flavor, but with these new findings, there may a reason to limit the intake of ...click here to read more