LearningRx1 Alzheimer's/Dementia | http://www.learningrx.org - Part 27

Alzheimer’s-related brain changes could start at 40

Mar 4, 2018 by

Researchers have discovered a process that precedes the buildup of toxic proteins that serves as the hallmark of Alzheimer’s....

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Vitamin B3 may be used to treat Alzheimer’s

Mar 2, 2018 by

A form of vitamin B3 has been found to prevent brain damage in mice. The findings may lead to new therapy for Alzheimer’s disease....

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Anxiety may be an early sign of Alzheimer’s

Jan 22, 2018 by

The results of a study published in The American Journal of Psychiatry suggest that older people who have worsening anxiety symptoms may be more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease....

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Too much salt can cause cognitive deficits

Jan 19, 2018 by

A new study published in the journal Nature Neuroscience found that consuming excessive salt can cause cognitive deficits. But the good news is that the results can be reversed after some time after returning to a healthy diet....

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Canola oil may worsen memory

Jan 6, 2018 by

Despite being promoted as a healthy cooking fat, a new study found that a diet rich in canola oil exacerbated memory problems and added to weight gain....

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Herbal extract may increase brain function in stroke victims

Jan 4, 2018 by

Scientists in China have found that a daily dose of ginkgo biloba used in combination with aspirin appears to benefit cognitive functioning after a stroke....

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