The Yoga Rx for Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Memory Loss
New research on yoga’s ability to improve brain health and stave off dementia has us running to our mats.
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Does long-term exposure to air pollution lead to a steeper rate of cognitive decline?
People who live in urban areas with higher levels of air pollution may score lower on thinking and memory tests and may also lose cognitive skills faster over time, or it is possible they also may not, according to a study published in the April 8, 2020, online issue of Neurology. Researchers examined the association of air pollution levels and cognitive impairment and decline in participants in two large epidemiological studies. They found an association between the air pollution and cognitive decline in one study group but not in the other.
Subtle decline in cognition predicts progression to Alzheimer’s pathology
Cognitive performance may predict the progression from normal to abnormal levels of Alzheimer’s associated amyloid-beta.
Walnuts may slow cognitive decline in at-risk elderly
Adding walnuts to your diet could help protect against age-related cognitive decline, a new study reports. Walnuts contain polyphenols and omega-3 fatty acids, which counteract the oxidative stress and inflammation that contribute to cognitive decline.
Don’t just fear memory loss. Take action now to keep your brain sharp.
Do you forget what you walked into the bedroom to get?
One of the most common fears people have, as they grow olde,r is losing their memory. Keeping your brain healthy and your memory sharp is about more than doing puzzles, or remembering what you needed in a room.
Preventing Cognitive Decline Through Precision Medicine, Lifestyle Changes
Researchers today said that for the first time they have clinical evidence that a series of lifestyle changes and medical interventions can slow cognitive decline from Alzheimer’s or other neurodegenerative diseases.
Staying Socially Active May Offset Risk of Cognitive Decline
Frequent social contact may boost cognitive reserves and lower dementia risk.