Gout, a painful disorder caused by kidney disease or the accumulation of uric acid crystals in joint tissues, is often associated with historical diseases but is still prevalent today. The condition affects around 9.2 million people in the United States, accounting for roughly 3.9 percent of the adult population, having more than doubled between the 1960s and 1990s. A…
Dietary Fiber Helps Prevent Dementia, but Be Wary of Supplements When Taking These Medications
Many people consume less fiber than nutritionists recommend in countries such as the United States and Australia. However, recent studies have indicated that fiber may have more benefits than just promoting bowel motility. People should be encouraged to adopt healthy eating habits high in dietary fiber, which may potentially reduce the incidence of dementia. So…
Sleep Problems Can Be an Early Sign of Alzheimer’s
Healthy people will occasionally experience sleep disturbances. However, disrupted sleep patterns can also serve as an early indicator of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, the most prevalent form of the condition. In fact, symptoms related to sleep irregularities can manifest years before an official diagnosis is made. Neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s involve diminished responsiveness of brain…
Addressing Dementia, Macular Degeneration, and Prostate Cancer With the Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet, ranked the best diet by U.S. News & World Report for six consecutive years, is renowned for its cardiovascular benefits, and its benefits extend beyond that. In this article, Man Man, a nutritionist at the All Round Clinic in Taiwan, will provide insights on combating age-related macular degeneration, prostate cancer, and dementia…
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Has Dementia, The Carter Center Says
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, an advocate for mental health care, has been diagnosed with dementia, her family announced in a statement issued by The Carter Center on May 30. The former first lady, 95, remains at home with former President Jimmy Carter, 98, who has received hospice care since early this year. Mrs. Carter,…
Study Finds Your Neighborhood Is a Factor in Your Dementia Risk
An Australian study of nearly 5,000 people found that those who lived in wealthier suburbs scored significantly higher on memory tests and lower on dementia risk tests than those who were less affluent. As the nation’s second leading cause of death, there has been a concerted effort to understand and identify risk factors for dementia….
The Essential Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Natural Remedies
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive disorder of the brain. Affecting approximately 6.5 million people ages 65 and older, the disease causes the brain to shrink and its cells to slowly die. Alzheimer’s is the most widespread cause of a gradual decline in thinking, memory, social, and behavioral skills. Alzheimer’s disease is the seventh leading cause…
Can Exposure to Light Help Fight Dementia?
Degenerative neurological disorders, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s, can significantly affect an individual’s cognitive abilities and overall quality of life. While there is currently no cure for these conditions, researchers are exploring new treatments that may help slow the conditions’ progression or alleviate specific symptoms. One treatment that has shown promise is light therapy. Light May Heal…
These 3 Supplements Can Lower Your Dementia Risk, Current Evidence Suggests
Evidence suggests that nutritional deficits increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Nikhil Palekar, medical director of the Stony Brook Center of Excellence for Alzheimer’s Disease and director of the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry, said there is currently no evidence supporting the use of supplements to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. However, some studies…
Is There a Cure? New Medical Discovery Provides Hope for Alzheimer’s and Rare Childhood Disease
Commentary Health can easily be taken for granted. On the other hand, when our health deteriorates, many think there’s nothing that can be done, particularly for serious conditions like Alzheimer’s. However, due to an exciting new medical discovery, that may be changing. Footage from “Alzheimer’s: Key to Cure.” (EpochTV) In a recent episode of “Vital…
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