Dementia
People are talking to each other much less – and it has a dangerous effect
A new study found a decline of nearly 30% in the number of words people say each day – And the implications for mental health could be significant.
About 50% of dementia cases are preventable: This is the main influencing factor
Even at age 50: Switching to this diet reduces dementia risk
4 sleep problems that may be an early sign of dementia
Cranberries could improve memory and ward off dementia - study
A peer review study found that eating cranberries significantly improved visual episodic memory, neural functioning and blood delivery to the brain.
These three foods may help prevent dementia
You know that vegetables and fruits keep you healthy. A new study found that some also may delay the onset of dementia. What should you add to your daily menu?
Scientists have found exactly how many hours of sleep we need as we age
A study finds that exactly seven hours of sleep is ideal while more or less sleep can lead to health issues.
Did David Ben-Gurion decline into dementia?
I had direct contact with B-G, which today, in hindsight, seems to indicate that he was already in the initial stage.
Stable BMI linked to improved protection from dementia progression - study
While the study does not fully contradict the obesity paradox, it does reveal that the reality is far more complicated.
Did you know? Books in childhood affect the way the brain ages
This factor in your childhood determines how your brain will function as you age.
Can growing up surrounded by books protect against old-age dementia?
Over 5 million adults over 65 suffer from dementia, and over 14 million are expected by 2060 as the general population ages, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
How many cups of coffee should you drink to prevent dementia?
A new study has found the recommended amount of coffee and tea a day that can prevent dementia and stroke.
Most Alzheimer's patients don’t lose this area of memory
Although dementia causes widespread brain damage, many patients who suffer from memory loss are able to preserve musical memories. This miraculous power of music can also be harnessed to treat them.
Can eating yogurt prevent dementia in the future?
As of 2021, 6.2 million Americans and more than 100,000 Israelis are living with Alzheimer's disease.
