Hypertension (high blood pressure) continues to be a critical global health issue, significantly increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia and kidney failure. As medical knowledge evolves, treatment guidelines and blood pressure targets have also undergone significant changes. This article provides considerations for establishing individualized blood pressure goals, with a particular emphasis on understanding […]
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 […]
What is normal blood pressure for women?
High blood pressure or hypertension is the leading cause of death from heart disease and stroke in women, and it is considered one of the most neglected because many women remain undiagnosed. Among those who are treated for hypertension, only a small number achieve optimal levels. When you say that your “blood pressure is normal,” […]
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 […]
