Many people take glucosamine supplements every day to help support their joints. It has been used for years and is one of the most popular supplements for osteoarthritis. However, a new study is raising questions about whether glucosamine could affect brain health in people with Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment.
Chances are, you know someone with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia involving memory loss. That’s due in part to the fact that as our older population grows, so does the number of people facing serious cognitive and related health issues.
Not surprisingly, this demographic change has been accompanied by a growth in the number of marketers who prey on this population, pitching products that make unproven claims that they can prevent, treat, delay, or even cure Alzheimer’s disease.
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What if one of the best ways to support your brain started with what’s on your plate? A recent review looked at the research on diet and Alzheimer’s disease and found that healthy eating patterns like the Mediterranean diet, the DASH diet, and the MIND diet are linked to a lower risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting millions of people around the world. While there is still no cure, researchers continue to study lifestyle habits that may help reduce the risk of developing the disease. One area receiving a great deal of attention is diet. A recent review found that following healthy eating patterns, especially the...
Dementia affects millions of people worldwide and is often associated with memory loss. However, the condition can also cause depression, anxiety, agitation, and social withdrawal. While medications can help manage some symptoms, they do not always address the emotional and behavioral challenges that come with dementia.
This is why researchers continue to study non-drug approaches that may improve quality of life. One of the most promising options is music therapy. A large review of clinical studies found that music-based interventions can have meaningful benefits for people living with dementia, particularly when it comes to mood, emotional well-being, and behavior.