Alzheimer and Dementia News

Tight Blood Sugar Control Doesn't Stave off Dementia
published on September 29th, 2011 at 02:05 PM
Diabetics have a higher risk of developing dementia than other adults, and tight blood-sugar control does not seem to lower that risk, a new study suggests.
Cutting Prepackaged Foods Lowers BPA Levels: Study
published on April 5th, 2011 at 02:05 PM
The easiest way to reduce your exposure to hormone-disrupting chemicals such as BPA (bisphenol A) may be to eat fresh, unpackaged foods, a new report suggests.
Diet May Help Prevent Cancer, Alzheimer's
published on March 9th, 2011 at 02:05 PM
Researchers at the University of Alabama say vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, green tea, kale, grapes, and many other vegetables help inhibit cancer and Alzheimer's.
Alzheimer's May Start in the Liver: Study
published on March 9th, 2011 at 02:05 PM
Alzheimer's disease may start in the liver, not the brain, a new animal study suggests.
Hearing Loss Tied to Dementia: Study
published on February 23rd, 2011 at 02:05 PM
Researchers say they don't know if hearing loss is an early sign of dementia, or if it increases the risk of cognitive decline.
Adult ADHD May Triple Dementia Risk
published on January 20th, 2011 at 02:05 PM
Adults who have ADHD are more than three times more likely to develop a common type of dementia.
Tooth Loss May Spur Memory Loss
published on January 20th, 2011 at 02:05 PM
Losing your teeth in old age could increase your risk for Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.