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- *** Simple Steps to Improve Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Steffan AbelWhen you first hear the words Alzheimer’s and dementia it is understandable to be filled with panic, worry, anger or sadness – after all you are told that there is very little that can be done to improve these conditions. You may also wonder why it is you or your loved one who is affected? ...
Views: 3801(10 votes) - *** Milk Could Help Prevent Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from steffan abelAccording to new research, drinking two glasses of milk every day could help protect against memory loss and Alzheimer's disease in old age. Researchers from the University of Oxford have discovered that milk is one of the best sources of a key vitamin thought to reduce the neurological damage ...
Views: 1695(4 votes) - Prescription Drugs And Your Memory- Part II - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Stacy WishnerIn Part I of Memory and Aging, I explained to you how growing older can affect your memory. I also gave you some brain-healthy things you can do to keep that incredible shoulder-top computer retrieving all its data well into your advanced years. Here in Part II, I would like to talk to you ...
Views: 2001(2 votes) - When to Stop Driving - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from jami polkDRIVER SAFETY Driving is an activity that demands alertness, quick reactions and quick decision-making. There is no age limit to determine when it is time to relinquish driving privileges, but there are warning signs of unsafe driving. For many seniors the thought of giving up or limiting ...
Views: 1593(5 votes) - ***Another reason to stay married - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Steffan AbelA study published in the July 2009 edition of the British Medical Journal finds that people who lived with a partner during middle age had much lower odds of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease later in life. Researchers in Sweden and Finland collected data on 1,449 people as part of a ...
Views: 1513(3 votes) - ***Depression linked to Alzheimer's disease - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Steffan AbelPeople who have had depression are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than people who have never had depression, according to a study published in the April 8, 2008, issue of Neurology. The study involved 486 people age 60 to 90 who had no dementia. Of those, 134 people had ...
Views: 1595(5 votes) - ***The Link between Infections and Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Steffan AbelA study recently in the Alzheimer's and Dementia Journal reviewed previous studies in a bid to find a link between different infections and Alzheimer's. One bacterium the researchers have stumbled upon is the Chlamydia Pneumoniae, believed to be the cause of 10 to 20 percent of pneumonia ...
Views: 1511(3 votes) - Alzheimer's - Reducing The Risks - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2010 from John HillIn life, we all have risks, which we can take measures to reduce a vast majority of those risks. Alzheimer’s disease is claiming the minds of more than 4 million US citizens without mentioning those in the foreign lands. The disease is actually claiming more than 8 million minds combined. ...
Views: 1386(2 votes) - Asthma Treatment To Overcome Asthma! - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Neelima ReddyYou want to overcome asthma but no treatment is working on you? Find out which asthma treatments works to overcome asthma. Asthma is a chronic disease and inflammatory condition of the lung airways. It is a disorder which obstructs the airways and is characterized by difficulty in breathing. ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - Home Organizing with a Alzheimers Patient - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jan HaynerIt is hard for anyone to watch someone that you love deteriorate from the Disease of Alzheimer's. The once vivacious individual that you always knew is still there-somewhere. The problem is that it may only be for a fleeting moment at eventually not at all. Is it hard for them as ...
Views: 6249(2 votes) - Home remedies for Alzheimer’s disease - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2015 from Victor MarchioneWe like to think with age comes wisdom and life experience, and so many things to pass on to the generations to come. All this is true and worth enjoying. But age does bring its challenges, too, along with a body that’s weathered the years, the stress, and the toxins we’ve absorbed from our food ...
Views: 1532(1 vote) - How To Exercise Your Memory - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2009 from Martin MakIf you think that you can get smarter if you use your brains more often, you are partially correct. While exercising your memory or “using your brain” more often does not boost your IQ, it can help improve your memory. And a good solid memory is the cornerstone of mental intelligence and ...
Views: 1650(3 votes) - Maximizing the Power of Life Stories: Benefits to Communities that are Beginning or Continuing Their Culture Change Journeys - by Submitted on May 24, 2010 from Beth SandersFor thousands of years, people from diverse cultures around the world have passed on their traditions, beliefs, and advice through the telling of stories. These stories have achieved the following: • explained lessons of life • how to survive in difficult circumstances • why things have ...
Views: 2459(2 votes) - MEMORY TESTS - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinThe fastest, easiest test of the memory that I know is the one where you have to remember three objects five minutes after you’ve been told what they are. This is part of a standardized test of cognition (typically testing for dementia) known as the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE). ...
Views: 2025(1 vote) - Tried Everything For Asthma Control? Here Are Ten Simple Steps To Control Your Asthma! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from Neelima ReddyThousands of people are suffering from asthma every year. If you have asthma, you should have faith and patience for asthma control. While asthma is a chronic condition, you can still enjoy your life with asthma control program. After diagnosing with asthma, chronic diseaseyou feel that ...
Views: 1136(1 vote) - Urinary Tract Infections Cause Dementia In The Elderly? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Becky FeolaRecently I helped a family find a private care home for their mother who was in her mid 80’s, living in a large assisted living facility and suffering from dementia, depression and loneliness. Her depression and loneliness had come on suddenly and she was talking about not wanting to live any ...
Views: 3949(1 vote) - Alzheimers: The Facts - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2006 from David McFarlaneSomeone in your family has Alzheimers disease, and you have been gathering info on Alzheimers disease to try to help you make decisions about what to do next, but everything you find is so scientific and complicated. What can you tell your kids to make them understand why their grandfather or ...
Views: 2033(3 votes) - Record Breaking Memory Tips You’ll Never Want To Forget - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Marie O'RiordanHow frustrated have you felt when you’ve forgotten something or somebody’s name? Texan, Ron White, officially has one of the best memories on the Planet and he would tell you right this instant to ‘stop saying you have a terrible memory!’ In an exclusive face-to-face interview at Life ...
Views: 1541(3 votes) - Caffeine May Help to Prevent Alzheimer's - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsTwo studies in the July 2009 issue of Journal of Alzheimer's Disease show that five cups of coffee a day reverse memory loss in mice with Alzheimer's disease. The coffee also reduced blood and brain levels of beta-amyloid,the abnormal protein that may cause Alzheimer's disease in mice and ...
Views: 1745(2 votes) - Fall Prevention and Home Safety - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from jami polkFALL PREVENTION Every year over 1.6 million older adults go to the emergency department for fall related injuries. The risk of falling increases with age. Falls are the main cause of fractures, loss of independence, hospital admissions and death. Hip fractures are the most common and ...
Views: 1647(2 votes) - Keep Your Brain Healthy As You Age - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2010 from Royane RealMany countries in the world are facing a potential health crisis as the population ages. In North America, millions of Baby Boomers are turning sixty every day. Aging can bring with it many benefits such as increased wisdom and experience, but aging also increases the risk of serious health ...
Views: 1410(2 votes) - Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Incontinence - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Nancy WeikelUnderstanding the affects of Alzheimer's can be a difficult process and caring for someone suffering from the disease often raises a lot of questions. This article offers a simple overview of the illness along with suggestions specifically concerning incontinence management for a person ...
Views: 1634(3 votes) - Lowering Cholesterol Naturally - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2014 from Kenny McDowellLowering Cholesterol Naturally Well good news! - I just got my annual cholesterol levels back this week and they are even lower sitting at 4.1. A couple of years ago my doctor had prescribed to me statins as he was concerned about my dangerous cholesterol levels particular my ...
Views: 3397(1 vote) - Manchester United Football Club - Can they win their 20th league title? - by Manchester United Football Club can rightly claim to be the best English football club ever thanks to its record 19th Premier League title. This club has always been very popular with fans of this game because of the passion it brings to the pitch and the security with which it picks up titles. ...
Views: 114(1 vote) - "Do You Rely on Your Medicines?" - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“Do You Rely on Medicines?” • 1. Me: “I sure do, when I get a headache, I run for the Aspirins. Indigestion calls for Alka Seltzer. My testimony your Honor, is that they work 100% of the time.” • 2. You: “So what, who-cares, and mainly, WIIFM, (What’s In It For Me?) Everyone runs for the ...
Views: 1921 - ***Osteroarthritis Should Be Viewed As “Heart Disease” Of The Joints - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2018 from David SeamanYears ago, osteoarthritis (OA) was misperceived to be a wear-and-tear condition of joints, a myth that is still perpetuated today…however, we now know that OA is actually a chronic inflammatory state within joint tissues. Years ago, we also misperceived that heart disease was simply a buildup of ...
Views: 908 - 10 Best Tips on Budget-Friendly Home Interior Designs - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2021 from Sachin PatilLooking for your dream flat in Pune? Are you messed with the budget-friendly home decor designs? Confused about what items to add to your home decoration list, which fits your budget as well. Don't worry, we have come across the top designs of 2021 for your home. Well, you can also choose ...
Views: 634 - 10 Less Known Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2019 from gm imonBefore Parkinson's disease was diagnosed with you or a close relative, you were probably aware of only the most prominent symptoms of the disease, such as tremor, muscle stiffness, and slowed movements. But the disease has many more symptoms. Some Parkinson's symptoms are visible, while ...
Views: 878 - 3 important food to eat for good sleep - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2020 from Sri TulasiSleep can be considered lucky. Mind and enjoyable sleep are closely related. Our elders who saw this used the proverb 'The one who has no worries sleeps in peace'. But sleep should not be a cause of concern, but a lack of certain vitamins in the body. So, if you suffer from insomnia, it is ...
Views: 1138 - 5 best places to travel in Asia - by There are several of the best places to travel in South Korea, China, and Japan. There are many historical and many entertaining places. However, there are also numerous places that have been designed to give visitors the most fantastic and wonderful views of Asia. Here is a list of the top 5 ...
Views: 206 - 5 Fixes for memory loss - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDo you remember your child’s second birthday? How about what you ate last week? If your memory is starting to fog, don’t hit the panic button! It’s not too late to give it a boost. In fact, there are many different things you can do every day to improve your memory. With memory being so ...
Views: 1204 - 5 Ways to Connect with a Loved One with Alzheimer’s - by Submitted on May 20, 2016 from Nikki JonesOne of the hardest parts of caring for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia is trying to connect in a meaningful way – especially on the hard days. Some days you may feel like nothing you say or do is getting through but you want to find some way – any way – to ...
Views: 1807 - 6 Simple Rules to Keep Your Mind Sharp and Ward off Memory Loss - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Zen-Jay ChuangDo you know that your brain steadily loses its weight after your 30th birthday? This “brain loss” means less ability for you to learn and keep your mind sharp. Until recently, scientists thought this type of brain loss was irreversible. The good news is that scientists were wrong about this, ...
Views: 1944 - 6 Stages Of Alzheimer’s Disease That A Caregiver Must Know About - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2019 from Irvin WeissWith old age, there are numerous types of diseases that start showing their signs in our bodies. So, when your loved ones are growing older, you will start seeing those ailments slowly and gradually creeping in and making life more difficult for them. One such disease is ...
Views: 538 - 7 essential tips for buying shoes online - by 1. You know your size, right?
Finding the perfect shoes that fit your feet well is the goal when shopping for shoes, looking at your feet, and examining their shape. If you're like me and have weird feet, consider buying shoes with a wider width.
Finding shoes that fit close to your feet ...
Views: 180 - 7 essential tips for buying shoes online - by 1 You know your size, right?
Finding the perfect shoes that fit your feet well is the goal when shopping for shoes, looking at your feet, and examining their shape. If you're like me and have weird feet, consider buying shoes with a wider width.
Finding shoes that fit close to your feet is ...
Views: 195 - 7 Health Benefits of Coffee - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2020 from Isabella WhitmoreDrinking coffee is more than just a morning refreshment. Coffee is rich in nutrients and antioxidants that is good for your overall health. Many studies have proved that moderate drinking of coffee brings many health benefits to our body. Here are 7 surprising benefits you can get from ...
Views: 800 - 8 smart tips for buying an electric bike - by Submitted on May 03, 2020 from Wajahat AliBuying an electric bike is an exciting experience for anyone who has never had one before. These bikes are a relatively new product, with great technological advances in the latest tears. They are most popular in China, but have taken off in Europe, the United States, and Australia. Here are ...
Views: 400 - 82 Year Old Reverses Alzheimer's By Changing Her Diet - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2018 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=82-year-old-reverses-alzheimer-s-by-changing-her-diet Recently, an 82-year-old woman who suffered from dementia, and didn’t recognize her own son has miraculously gotten her memory back ...
Views: 1191 - A Different Kind Of Volunteering For Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderIt would be difficult to miss the headlines, commentary and information in print, on television and the Internet describing the ravages caused by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Scientists are gaining insight into the mechanics of what might cause the debilitating disease that ...
Views: 1533 - A New Way to Treat Old Diseases - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2017 from Brad RichardsonMedical Marijuana is becoming more and more popular as an alternative treatment for some diseases and their associated side effects. As new countries legalize the use of cannabis as medicine, patients are finding relief from a number of previously unbearable illnesses. The plant, known as ...
Views: 1441 - A Storyboard Can Help Engage Seniors in Enjoyable Activities - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from mijlo cirejcFor most elderly people there comes a time when some assistance in living is needed. Michigan Senior Care states that help may be needed in something as simple as having someone to do the heavier work required in maintaining a home or things such as mowing the lawn, washing windows, or moving ...
Views: 2200 - All About Alzheimers Disease And Its Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2011 from anuradha thakurAricept medicine is belong to the group of drugs called as cholinesterase inhibitors. This medication is used to treat symptoms in people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. In the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease there is a progressive degeneration of nerve cells, particularly ...
Views: 1324 - Alzheimer Alternative Treatment - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2015 from Virgil PaunAlzheimer is currently at epidemic proportions, affecting 5.4 million Americans, especially those aged 65 and over and the symptoms are often seen as early as the late 40s… even younger. It is ranked as the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, but recent analyses suggest that it ...
Views: 1571 - Alzheimer's and Dementia Care: Management and Smart Work - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2020 from Syed AkhtarTaking care of Alzheimer’s or Dementia patients can demand more diligence and behavioral flexibility from you. It is because of the persistent and inelastic conduct of such patients. You may get tired of always remembering the things they place anywhere and then forget – or you may also be ...
Views: 823 - Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia...Can we Prevent a new epidemic for Boomers? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2013 from Diane KressAt the same time the country’s population is aging, the incidence of overweight and diabetes is rising in epidemic numbers. Major research studies now link diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. If we learn to modify our lifestyle to appropriately control blood sugar and insulin, can we break the ...
Views: 1191 - Alzheimer's Disease Is It Hereditary - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderThere are approximately 5.3 million people living with Alzheimer's in the United States. Imagine the children and grandchildren of those sufferers who face the terrifying possibility of inheriting a predisposition to the disease. Now that there are tests in the works for early detection of brain ...
Views: 1650 - Alzheimer's Disease Prevention with the Help of New Age Nootropics - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Dianna simon"If any one faculty of our nature may be called more wonderful than the rest, I do think it is memory". Wrote Jane Austen, the popular English writer. Since memory is so vital to our identity, relationships and life in general, loss of memory can thus result in the breakdown of not only the ...
Views: 2410 - Alzheimer's Disease--An Overview - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Jack BondAre you forgetting many things? Your boss told about something an hour before, and still you fail to remember it. Then please note that this may be a serious condition, up course for both, your job and also for your health. There are chances that you might be suffering with the Alzheimer’s ...
Views: 1803 - Alzheimer's Disease: A Global Issue - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Oliver StirkAlzheimer’s Disease International has marked September 2012 as the first global World Alzheimer’s Month - an international campaign to raise awareness and challenge the stigma of dementia. The theme of this year’s Alzheimer’s Month is Dementia: Living Together, when Alzheimer’s associations ...
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