What is dementia? If there is one condition that most people fear as much as cancer, it is dementia. The term dementia is used to describe a set of symptoms that are caused by disorders of the brain. People with dementia have problems with remembering, thinking and reasoning to an extent that interferes with their […]
Should You Take Vitamin D Supplements For Your Brain?
Are there optimal vitamin D levels for the brain? Why most people need D supplements to maintain levels.
Are there brain “superfoods”?
What are superfoods? Nutritional science does not recognize any food as a “superfood,” but some foods, like fatty fish or berries, are considered to have exceptional health benefits that go beyond their nutritional properties. It is almost like these foods have magical properties. Some of them are supposed to reduce inflammation, provide a ton of […]
Menopausal Brain Fog Is Real
Midlife women going through the menopausal transition or in menopause often experience cognitive symptoms like difficulty finding words, losing a train of thought, or forgetting their keys. These symptoms are often described as “brain fog” and can be a source of concern for many women. They may wonder if these symptoms are a prelude to […]
Low Testosterone In Men And Dementia
Low testosterone levels have been associated with poor brain function and a higher incidence of dementia in men. A study from the UK Biobank data found that lower total testosterone levels and higher levels of sex-hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) were associated with a higher incidence of dementia (including Alzheimer’s Disease). The men were of an average […]
Dementia Is Preventable
More people are afraid of dementia than of cancer. There are no curative treatments available for conditions like Alzheimer’s Disease. However, there is a lot you can do to prevent it. Dementia is not a part of normal aging, and neither is it inevitable if you have a family history of the condition.
