cognitive decline
09/20/2018
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By Tracey Watson
Controversial study claims human memory cells do not grow throughout life, but stop regenerating before adulthood
Until the early 1980s, scientists accepted the findings of Santiago Ramón y Cajal – the father of modern neuroscience – that adult brains do not experience neurogenesis, the process in which the brain renews itself by producing new neurons. Experts started questioning this belief in the past few decades, however, after research confirmed that other […]
07/16/2018
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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
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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 […]
05/31/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Six healthy lifestyle habits that prevent dementia
Dementia is the term used to describe a group of symptoms such as memory impairment, confusion, and loss of ability to accomplish daily tasks. Globally, nearly 50 million have the condition, with 10 million new cases recorded each year. The risk of having dementia increases with age, but this does not mean that it is a normal […]
05/18/2018
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By Jessica Dolores
No walking dead here! Walking benefits the brain and prevents cognitive decline
We know that walking makes us feel good, especially after a stressful day. That’s why some people choose to “walk away” from problems, or from negative people. Scientists have discovered another thing going for this simple exercise: It helps boost mental health. Researchers observed 12 healthy young adults and used ultrasound to measure internal carotid artery […]
07/19/2017
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By Russel Davis
Mediterranean Diet found to slash risk of dementia by 35%
A recent study carried out by researchers at the University of California, San Francisco revealed that following a Mediterranean-style diet may mitigate the risk of developing dementia. The Mediterranean diet, which includes mostly oily fish, vegetables and nuts, has long been touted as a highly effective diet scheme against a plethora of diseases. As part of the […]
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