Brain Health
As is generally the case with most diseases, early detection and treatment is key. The Alzheimer’s Association has published the following early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease that everyone should be aware of: Memory loss that disrupts daily life. One of the most common signs of Alzheimer’s, especially in the early stages, is forgetting… Read more »
In a small study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, a team of researchers has discovered how vitamin D-3, a form of vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids may help the immune system clear the brain of amyloid plaques, one of the physical hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). What are Amyloid Plaques? The brains… Read more »
Depression affects more than 6.5 million Americans aged 65 years or older. For some people, they have been struggling with depression most of their lives, but for others, the onset is later in life. Elderly depression is closely associated with dependency and disability and can cause suffering for the individual and his or her loved… Read more »
Lately, jigsaw puzzles are a hot commodity. With people spending more time at home, they are looking for something nostalgic and relaxing to occupy their time. The good news is that all puzzling is also good for your brain! Working a puzzle helps develop your logical thought processes and problem-solving skills as well as your… Read more »
Your mother was right – breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Try these brain boosting breakfast ideas with foods shown to keep brain cells healthy and ward off age-related cognitive decline. Breakfast Quesadilla – need a fresh take on eggs? Try a breakfast quesadilla. Choline, a B vitamin found in eggs, has… Read more »
Research is beginning to reveal that positive thinking is about much more than just being happy or displaying an upbeat attitude. Positive thoughts and the act of being positive can actually create real value in your life and help you build brain skills that last much longer than a smile. Unfortunately, our brains are wired… Read more »
Just as you need to work out your muscles to maintain them, your brain also needs exercise. Scientists now believe that performing regular, targeted brain exercises can also increase your brain’s cognitive reserve for later on. We’ve compiled six brain exercises that can help sharpen both your long- and short-term memory. As we get older, our… Read more »
The foods we eat can have a big impact on the structure and health of our brains. Eating a brain-boosting diet can support both short- and long-term brain function. The brain is an energy-intensive organ, using around 20 percent of the body’s calories, so it needs plenty of good fuel to maintain concentration throughout the day. The brain also requires… Read more »
We’ve all been there. You put your keys down and five minutes later, you have no idea where they are. Or you get that phone call from the salon or doctor and you’ve forgotten the appointment that you’ve had on the calendar for the past two months. It may feel like old age is knocking on your… Read more »
Winter is here. The once beautiful fall colors are quickly fading and unless the sun is shining brightly, everything appears to have a gray hue. It’s no wonder that your mood has darkened with the days. It is estimated that half a million Americans are negatively affected by this changing season. They feel depressed, irritable… Read more »