Muscle loss is a common concern with both men and women as they age and it’s been linked to fractures, falls and disability. But new research on mice indicates that gut microbes may be a factor in regulating muscle mass and function, providing a potential opportunity to address the problem. Examining the loss of strength … Continue reading Gut Microbes Might Fight Muscle Loss As You Age
A surprising new study points out that almost 40% of alcohol consumption-caused death happen before age 50. If that’s true, it makes sense that previous studies of the risks of alcohol (often done on people over age 50) couldn’t account for those under 50 who had died, meaning they could be flawed. Previous studies have … Continue reading Health Risks of Alcohol Decrease After 50
There’s new evidence that not taking care of your gums may contribute to your risk of Alzheimer’s. It’s not much of a stretch when you consider that both involve plaques. The link between gum disease and memory issues Researchers from Cortexyme, Inc., a pharmaceutical company working on Alzheimer’s treatments, studied the role of a particular bacterium, … Continue reading Linking Gum Disease to Alzheimer’s
A new study found that for some people, taking a histamine booster helped improve long-term memory.
Knowing that other species can regrow the hairs in their ears to reverse hearing loss, research are hoping to replicate the procedure in humans.
There’s no cure for Alzheimer’s, but you can read up on some of the latest drug trials to find out what options may be on the horizon.
Concerned about memory loss? Eating more fruits and vegetables may be all it takes to protect your brain. Research on memory and diet A team of researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health looked at the data from a 26-year study that followed 27,842 men. The men had answered questions about food … Continue reading Avoid memory loss by eating fruits and vegetables
The Keto Diet (short for “ketogenic) may do more than help people lose weight. A new study has found that it may also fight cognitive decline. What is a keto diet? The short answer is that a keto diet is low in carbs, high in fat and provides plenty of protein. The idea is to … Continue reading Keto Diet May Keep Brain Healthy and Young
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have found that low blood sodium levels—especially in older men—may be a risk factor for cognitive decline. Hyponatremia and Cognitive Decline In the new study, researchers analyzed the data from 5,435 healthy men over the age of 65 to see if low blood sodium levels, known … Continue reading Low Blood Sodium Linked to Cognitive Decline
