In two studies using nationally representative data from the National Health and Aging Trends Study collected on thousands of Americans, researchers from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the Bloomberg School of Public Health have contributed significantly to the evidence that social isolation is a substantial risk factor for dementia in older people …
In recent JAMA Neurology Researchers report that consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPF) increases the risk of cognitive decline, especially in middle-aged adults. Studies: Association between consumption of ultra-processed foods and cognitive decline. Image credit: Ekaterina Markelová / Shutterstock.com What factors contribute to dementia? In 2019, dementia was estimated to affect about 57 million worldwide, with …
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The Mediterranean Green Diet (MED) significantly reduces visceral adipose tissue, the type of fat around the internal organs that is much more dangerous than the extra “tire” around the waist. The green Mediterranean diet was pitted against the Mediterranean diet and a healthy diet in a large clinical intervention study – DIRECT PLUS. Subsequent analysis …
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According to recent reports, the number of individuals aged 65 and older is increasing exceptionally worldwide. In 2008, about 506 million belonged to this age group; however, researchers estimate that this will increase to 1.4 billion by 2040. This projected increase in older individuals suggests an increase in age-related health problems, particularly dementia and cognitive …
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The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition recently published a study that describes the impact of vitamin D status on brain health. Study results show that vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of dementia. Study: Vitamin D and brain health: an observational and Mendelian randomization study. Image credit: Lightspring / Shutterstock Background Vitamin D, a precursor …
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Cathy Roth was inspired to create an Alzheimer’s Professionals Support Network (PALZ) when her husband John, a former surgeon, was diagnosed with the disease in 2014. Key points: PALZ (Professionals with Alzheimer’s) started operations in Ballarat The support network recreates the work environment for group meetings The NGO also operates groups in Melbourne, Geelong, Sydney, …
Slower walking with increasing age has always been a warning sign of increasing fragility, which could lead to falls and other disabilities, experts say. Evolving research on small groups of older subjects has also found that slower walking year after year can be an early sign of cognitive decline. According to studies, this may be …
