The Bitter Truth About Artificial Sweeteners

Most of us are familiar with the ongoing debate over the benefits vs. the risks of using artificial sweeteners, especially when it comes to controlling weight gain or managing diabetes. New data, however, tips the scale in favor of forgoing artificial sweeteners, linking them to potentially contributing towards the obesity and diabetes they were intended […]

The Emotional Side of Alzheimer’s Disease

There’s a world of truth in Maya Angelou’s quote, “People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel.” And it’s not just true for those with highly functioning cognitive awareness, according to a recent study from the University of Iowa. The surprising […]

Can Crossword Puzzles and Brain Games Improve Brain Function? Guess Again.

Did you know that being active may help improve your mood, your health, and your brain functioning? Have you been working hard on crosswords and other brain-bending puzzles or listening to lots of classical music as a way to improve your brain? Neuroscientists at the University of California say simply, “Stop it right now.” Their […]

Link Between Vitamin D and Alzheimer’s Stronger Than Anyone Expected

We have known that vitamin D plays a vital role in health. It promotes the absorption of calcium for stronger bones and can help lower the risk of many diseases. But according to new research, older adults who have a severe vitamin D deficiency have a 122 percent increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Scientists have […]

Nutritional Supplements for Seniors: Good Idea or Bad Choice?

If you are what you eat (or drink), you want to make sure that you’re selecting healthy, well-balanced choices. This is especially true for seniors who have troubles with eating. For older adults who have problems chewing, or who do not otherwise get enough calories in their diets, nutritional supplements are often seen as good […]

Alzheimer’s Home Modifications

With the increased prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease, and with the majority of those affected desiring to remain at home, modifications to ensure safety and comfort are essential. The challenges that typically accompany the disease include progressive memory loss, difficulty with motor skills and expressive language, and assorted other health problems. Safety and mobility also become […]

Traveling with Alzheimer’s Disease

Most of us look forward to making travel and vacation plans with family, but what happens when a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease? Does that person have to miss out on family adventures? Not necessarily, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, although traveling with a loved one with Alzheimer’s does require some additional planning and creativity. […]

10 Treatments Physicians and Patients Should Question

Doctors’ orders are meant to be followed, and most of us trust that our doctors know what they’re doing when they prescribe a drug or a procedure. However, just because a medication or procedure is commonly used as treatment for a particular illness or disorder doesn’t mean it’s always necessary – or even beneficial. Choosing […]

15-Minute Delay in Treatment = Loss of 1 Month of Healthy Life Post-Stroke

A stroke is a frightening and potentially deadly occurrence in which time is of the essence. Fifteen minutes may seem like an insignificant amount of time, but it can drastically change a stroke victim’s life. A new study reveals that following a stroke, for every 15-minute delay in the receipt of the clot-busting drug tissue […]

A Blood Test Can Diagnose Alzheimer’s. Will You Take It?

It’s an age old question: If you could see into your future, would you? For people who are concerned about whether or not they will get Alzheimer’s, a new blood test can purportedly help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease in a person up to three years before the onset of symptoms. But would you want to know […]