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Compound in strawberries may prevent Alzheimer’s

Sep 24, 2017 by

According to new research, the key to preventing Alzheimer’s and other age-related neurodegenerative diseases may be found in fisetin. The natural compound is found in strawberries and other fruits and vegetables and helps limit cell damage caused by free...

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FDA approves first generic Strattera for ADHD treatment

Sep 20, 2017 by

The FDA has approved the first generic version of ADHD medication Strattera for both adults and kids....

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Storytime a “turbocharger” for a child’s brain

Sep 18, 2017 by

An international study published in PLOS ONE found that engaging kids while reading books to them gives their brains a cognitive boost....

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Chronic pain linked to increase risk of dementia

Sep 14, 2017 by

UC San Francisco researchers have found that chronic pain seems to be related to changes in the brain that lead to dementia....

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Delaying blood thinning treatment may raise dementia risk

Sep 12, 2017 by

New research indicates that people with atrial fibrillation who delay their anticoagulation treatment see increased dementia rates....

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Four biomarkers for cognitive decline in Parkinson’s found

Sep 10, 2017 by

In a new study, the following biomarkers for cognitive decline in Parkinson’s were: dopamine deficiency, a decrease in brain volume, “pathological levels” of plaques and some genetic variations....

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