Post-meal blood sugar spikes linked to increased Alzheimer’s risk
A new study led by researchers from the University of Liverpool has found that spikes in blood sugar…
Brain-altering meds linked to falls, confusion being prescribed to 25% of older adults with dementia
This is a prescription for disaster. While all medications carry potential side effects, certain types have been shown…
Research finds persistent prescribing of risky medications to older adults with dementia
Despite years of clinical guidelines warning against the practice, one in four Medicare beneficiaries with dementia is prescribed…
Five quick ways to boost your memory at any age, according to science
Feel like your memory isn’t what it was? Here are some simple tips on how to flex your…
Eight things to do this year to lower dementia risk and protect your brain
The results of US POINTER, the largest trial to examine how certain lifestyle behaviours can improve brain health,…
Brain Health Challenge: Workouts to Strengthen Your Brain
The 5-Day Brain Health Challenge A sharper, more resilient mind starts here. Friday Make 5 Appointments Today, you’re…
Brain Health Challenge: Try the MIND Diet
Welcome to Day 2 of the Brain Health Challenge. Today, we’re talking about food. Your brain is an…
Brain Health Challenge: Test Your Knowledge of Healthy Habits
Welcome to the Brain Health Challenge! I’m Dana Smith, a reporter at The New York Times, and I’ll…
Researchers find bizarre hobby may lower dementia risk by 76%
While eating healthy foods and working out daily puzzles can improve cognitive functions, researchers have found there’s another…
These high-fat foods could help cut dementia riskÂ
At least, health researchers are giving us a reason to eat more, not less, cheese. Nutritionists at Sweden’s…
How can you protect your brain health? Move, brush regularly, check your blood pressure
This is the 79th instalment in a series on dementia, including the research into its causes and treatment,…
UNO, UNMC help memory loss patients with music
A partnership program between the UNO School of Music and the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences is studying…