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07/24/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Just one month of taking curcumin can dramatically reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s

Turmeric is highly regarded as a spice, known for giving foods wonderful flavor and color. But the turmeric root is much more than a simple flavoring agent; this kitchen staple is gaining recognition as a powerful plant medicine and natural preventive. The scope of health benefits from turmeric and its medicinal capacity are still being […]

07/16/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Say goodbye to embarrassing “senior moments” by eating more blueberries, the superfood known to keep your brain young

“Senior moments” – forgetting where you parked your car, what day of the week it is, or whose birthday it is, to name a few – can put you through a lot of embarrassing situations. Most people believe that forgetfulness is a natural part of aging. A study published in 2017 in the journal Applied Physiology, […]

07/04/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Encouraging the growth and health of nerve tissue may improve memory for those with cognitive decline

Encouraging the growth of healthy nerve tissue and improving brain neurotrophic factor signaling may enhance memory for people with signs of cognitive decline, according to researchers from the University of Eastern Finland. This could be particularly useful for people who are at risk of neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease – which is the most prevalent case […]

06/28/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

“Exergaming” improves cognitive function of older patients

Playing video games isn’t bad at all, especially when it requires physical activity. “Exergaming,” a term used to describe playing interactive video games, can help improve the cognitive function of older adults, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience. The study was made after Cay Anderson-Hanley, who was the lead […]

06/07/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Ginkgo biloba, resveratrol, and cacao beans scientifically proven to combat cognitive decline

As you age, there are plenty of things to worry about. You might find that you have to work harder to maintain your weight, more people your age are getting ill, and you might start noticing that any poor habits you’ve had start to catch up with you. One aspect of aging that can be particularly troubling, […]

05/09/2018 / By Ralph Flores

10 Yummy, brain-boosting foods that prevent neurocognitive decline

For a lot of people, the concept of growing old isn’t thrilling because of one thing: cognitive decline which is one of the hallmark signs of aging. In particular, memory loss, forgetfulness, a decreased ability to maintain focus, and reductions in problem-solving abilities are all part of the cognitive decline. Some cases, however, are more severe, […]

04/09/2018 / By Janine Acero

Another reason to work out: Women who are physically fit in middle age reduce risk of dementia by 90%

Physical exercise takes hard work, but the results are worth it. Not only will it give you a fit physique, but it also helps prevent many health issues, including dementia. Now a recent study published in the medical journal Neurology focused on how physical fitness may protect middle-aged women against cognitive decline. The study, spearheaded by Helena Hörder, […]

04/04/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Perform better mentally AND physically with beets

Several studies have determined the “mechanisms of action” of beets, and findings show that the plant can boost body systems and impact blood pressure, heart health, and cognitive function. Beets (Beta vulgaris, Chenopodiaceae) are currently being used as a sports performance supplement ingredient. Study findings have also determined that beetroot, or the taproot of the beet […]

02/27/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Niacin, vitamin B3, may improve cognitive and physical function by preventing neurological damage

Vitamin B3 derivative called nicotinamide riboside may protect against neurological damage and enhance both cognitive and physical function, a study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) showed. The study focused on the effect of nicotinamide riboside on Alzheimer’s-related brain damage in mouse models. Nicotinamide riboside is naturally found in […]

02/15/2018 / By Edsel Cook

A little wine each day may help remove waste from the brain, improving cognitive health, research finds

Everyone knows an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but new research suggests a couple of glasses of good wine can drive dementia away, as reported in a Daily Mail article. According to a recently-concluded study of a research team from the University of Rochester (UR), mice who received the equivalent of 2 1/2 glasses of wine […]

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