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- Mineral Analysis and Alzheimer’s disease - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Grace AllisonAlzheimer’s disease is a devastating and very costly illness. It already affects 4 million Americans and the incidence is expected to triple over the next 40 years. Nutritional balancing programs based on their hair mineral analysis can be helpful in preventing and even improving the symptoms ...
Views: 2130 - Helping Your Loved One With Alzheimer - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Roberto SediciasForgetting is a natural part of aging, not remembering the little things, the big things to follow, but when a person has Alzheimer's or any other number of mental degeneration that causes them to forget, it can be a trying thing on loved ones and something that really takes a toll on those ...
Views: 1254 - Taking care of my loved one is killing me - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Carolyn BatesHome care or dealing with assisted living, is one of the most difficult roles any of us can play. Physically exhausting, mentally confusing and frustrating, the demands of care giving can become overwhelming. Strokes, paralysis, Alzheimer’s or extended illness; these carry long term challenges ...
Views: 2621 - Treatment Tips and Symptoms of Alzheimer - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from BAKUL SIKRIAlzheimer disease is one of the most deadly diseases, which related to problems in brain and mental abilities. According to a recent research, it is found that Alzheimer is one of leading causes of deaths in various countries. It disturbs the brain functionality that slowly becomes worse at the ...
Views: 1208(1 vote) - Is Your Memory on Vacation? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Nina AndersonIs your memory on vacation? By Nina Anderson When we read articles about mind, body and spirit our brain engages. The mind is the most important as it controls what we think, how our body reacts and whether we are relaxed enough to let our spirit in. But when that mind goes on vacation at the ...
Views: 2529(2 votes) - The Best Senior Care Option for Alzheimer’s Disease - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2011 from Jason LombergIf you have an aging loved one that is showing signs of Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia, then you will need to come up with an elder care treatment plan very quickly. If you suspect that Alzheimer’s may be setting in, the first thing you want to do is confirm this condition with a ...
Views: 1198(1 vote) - Can Energy Medicine Prevent Alzheimers? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Rose MattaxDo you need to use one of those tools that helps you reach the canned peaches in the back of the tall cabinet? Beware! According to the information in the online article “Your Body’s Ten Weirdest Health Clues,” if you’re not a long-armed lucky, you may be at risk for Alzheimers: "Have a ...
Views: 2532(2 votes) - Caring for Mom and Dad with Alzheimers/Dementia/Cancer - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Connie ClarkIt’s been almost 22 months now since Daddy died (March 11, 2009). I wasn’t even over my grieving for my Mom who died a year before Daddy (March 21, 2008). The past 8 to 10 years were some of the roughest, and yet, some of the greatest times spent with my parents. I was chosen to be the caregiver ...
Views: 1861 - Difficulties handling money may indicate the development of Alzheimer's disease - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Steffan AbelI like to give you warning signs to look for not only in the progression of Alzheimer's but also as a useful tool to look out for in other people that may be at risk – and here is another one. For people with mild signs of dementia, problems with managing money may be a clue that memory ...
Views: 2217(2 votes) - Dementia Treatment - How Institutionalized Elders with Dementia Care in Nursing Home - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Cherry GarciaNumerous of elders residing in institutionalized homes which means a social function work on the behaviour of individual obtained cognitive impairment called Alzheimer’s or dementia disease. The case of dementia professional specialist studies determined that 49% to 83% are suffering pain in ...
Views: 1474 - Symptoms And Coping With Alzheimer Disease - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Roberto SediciasAlzheimer's is a degenerative brain disease in which the brain begins to lose certain aspects that help it function and operate. Particularly the memory aspect of the brain is compromised as well as other aspects that help with reasoning and computing and deduction. Often, the first and second ...
Views: 1060 - Stress Hormones And Their Relation To Alzheimers Disease - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderOur bodies are hard-wired by nature to react to stress in a way that was originally meant to protect us against perceived threats from predators and aggressors. The "fight-or-flight” response is our natural alarm system, and a normal psychological and physical reaction to stress. Many of the ...
Views: 1700 - The Low Down on Lithium and Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Steffan AbelSome readers may already be aware that lithium is a very useful treatment for certain mental illnesses. However very few of them may know that there are different types of lithium compounds available and that the prescribed type is just one of them. The lithium salts that this article will ...
Views: 2896 - Confused About Juicers? A Simple Guide To Understanding Juicers - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Andrew CaseyAs a child, you probably heard the infamous parental statement, “Eat your fruits and vegetables”. Now, the National Cancer Institute is also urging that we add more fruits and vegetables to our daily diet. Researchers have found that diets that are high in fruits and vegetables can help to cure ...
Views: 1474(1 vote) - Home remedies for cold sores-Get rid of it permanently - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from rikhav infotechHow to get rid of cold sores is a big question, but before that let’s find out what is cold sores and its symptoms. Cold sores are nothing but called fever blisters which are caused by herpes simplex virus. These sores are contagious and such skin problem mostly occurs on the skin adjacent to ...
Views: 1973 - Health Diet - Ensuring a Balanced Diet for People With Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Candice McInnesA person with this condition can have many mood swings and behavioral changes and these can cause problems with their nutrition. Due to the fact that they are agitated, apathetic and anxious [to name but a few] their ability to eat will be inhibited and they will end up with an unbalanced diet ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - Get Complete Information For Shingles Disease. - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from rikhav infotechShingles contagious disease is also known as Herpes Zoster or Zoster. It is medical condition in which you get painful blisters on your skin. Shingles contagious disease is commonly caused by a virus 'Varicella Zoster Virus' which also causes chickenpox in human body. Don't be confused with ...
Views: 1595 - Alzheimer’s: Not Just About Memory But Ability To Plan, Organize And Reason - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderMost of us notice subtle signs of change when our parents begin to age. It is expected they begin to move more slowly, have less strength, dexterity and energy. It is also normal to have reduced hearing and vision issues or possible problems with incontinence. Even some memory changes are a ...
Views: 1503 - Statins and Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelIn an earlier article I mention the many health benefits that were to be gained from reducing the amount of carbohydrates in the typical diet. Unfortunately a lot of people worry that if they reduce the amount of carbohydrates that they eat, then very often their consumption of protein and fat ...
Views: 1974 - Carbohydrates - The Memory Destroyer - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelI mentioned earlier about the effects of diabetes on dementia and Alzheimer's but you don't necessarily have to have diabetes to be at risk from the effects of uncontrolled blood sugar. The brain is the largest consumer of energy in your body and almost one quarter of the fuel you make goes to ...
Views: 3250(2 votes) - ***Herbal and Home Remedies that Prevent Memory Loss - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Susun WeedEven a single family member who is senile or afflicted with Alzheimer's is enough to make anyone dread the possibility. Since women have always lived longer than men, the Ancient Grandmothers have a thing or two to tell us about how to keep our memory sharp until the day we die (at 100+). These ...
Views: 3763(2 votes) - The Future of Alzheimer's Treatments - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2010 from Joe KennedyThere are more new Alzheimer's drug treatments being developed now than ever before. The advancement in the understanding of the changes the disease causes in the brain has led to a new generation of potential treatments. There are dozens of trials going on right now for various drugs that aim ...
Views: 1289(3 votes) - 5 Benefits Of Improving Brain Fitness - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Jack TaggertyYou try to stay in great shape and plan for a routine workout schedule. It bolsters your life expectancy and overall wellness, and is, without question, a great idea. Still, far fewer people stop to think about doing the same for their brains, yet it is entirely possible to take control of your ...
Views: 1719(1 vote) - Vital Vitamins for Protecting yourself from Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia - Part 2 - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from Steffan AbelVital Vitamins For the Prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia - Part 2 Come on Choline Choline has been shown to have tremendous results with early onset Alzheimer’s disease and dementia - with no side-effects reported at all on the recommended dose. In the following paragraphs you ...
Views: 1985(2 votes) - Vital Vitamins for Protecting yourself from Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia - Part 1 - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from Steffan AbelVital Vitamins for Protecting yourself from Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia (Part 1). The Vitamin C and E Combination An article published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry showed that all Alzheimer's sufferers had low blood plasma concentrations of vitamin C no ...
Views: 2239(2 votes) - Three Drinks Known to Improve Brain Power - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2010 from Steffan AbelI would like to get your brain working better and decrease your risk of Alzheimer’s disease with very little effort on your part. To do that here are three suggestions as to drinks that can make a positive difference to your mental well being. Green tea has a unique antioxidant called EGCG ...
Views: 4665(4 votes) - Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention with Natural Lifestyle - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from John PhillipNo other disease stirs more fear than Alzheimer’s disease. This mind robbing affliction is presently the sixth leading cause of death in the US and rising at an alarming rate. Estimates are that by the year 2030 nearly 1 in 4 adults will be affected by this cruel form of dementia. At present ...
Views: 1552(1 vote) - ***How 15 Minutes Of Exercise A Day Reduces Your Risk Of Alzheimer’s Disease And Dementia - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelBeing overweight can dramatically increase the risk of all types of dementia and Alzheimer’s – almost doubling your chances of suffering either condition. And, unfortunately, the news gets even worse… Research has shown that those people that measured the greatest increase in their ...
Views: 2631(3 votes) - ***Atrial Fibrillation And Alzheimer's – A Direct Link - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelAtrial fibrillation is one of the main types of cardiac arrhythmia – or abnormal heart rate or rhythm. Atrial fibrillation causes a rapid and irregular heartbeat, during which the upper two chambers of the heart that receive blood (the atria) quiver or "fibrillate" instead of beating normally. ...
Views: 2852(1 vote) - ***The Mind Destroying Effects of cholesterol – and what to do about it - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelUnfortunately researchers have found that high cholesterol levels even as early as aged forty increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease by as much as one and a half times. Although the link between high cholesterol and Alzheimer's has been known for years what was unclear was the age at which ...
Views: 2045(1 vote) - ***Activities That Alzheimer's Sufferers Should / Could Be Involved With. (Part 2) - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelOne of the major problems faced by those suffering from Alzheimer's disease or any of the dementias is the periods of loneliness, boredom and frustration. The following few articles will give you some ideas of the things that you can do to actively do – a starting point as it were to occupy ...
Views: 2906(1 vote) - ***Activities That Alzheimer's Sufferers Should / Could Be Involved With - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelOne of the major problems faced by those suffering from Alzheimer's disease or any of the dementias is the periods of loneliness, boredom and frustration. It is therefore important for both the sufferer and the carer that these “empty times” are as few and far between as possible. This not ...
Views: 2584(1 vote) - ***The 6 Risk Factors Associated With The Development Of Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelAs with the many theories behind the cause of Alzheimer's disease no one is certain as to why some people are more prone to the condition. Because of this there have been several key risk factors identified that may lead to it development and progression. These are again listed in no ...
Views: 2432(2 votes) - ***The 10 Theories Behind Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelAlthough I personally believe that Alzheimer's is multi-factorial (i.e. there is not one sole cause that leads to its development or progression) below I have tried to link together the possible causes of Alzheimer's into categories. These are listed in no particular order as, I believe, in ...
Views: 7553(1 vote) - ***Seven Signs That May Indicate The Onset Of Alzheimer's Disease - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2010 from Steffan AbelWith any disease or illness the earlier it is recognised or diagnosed the sooner interventions can be made to start to improve the condition and delay its progression. With that in mind I would like to list some of the important signs to look out for (whilst making a note on any normal ...
Views: 2420(2 votes) - Helping the Person with Dementia Grieve After the Death of a Loved One - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Beth PattersonCaregivers and family members often ask whether they should tell a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease or other dementia about a death in the family, and how they can help them grieve. Although much has been written about the profound grief of caregivers and other family members throughout the ...
Views: 6290(1 vote) - Alzheimer's Disease Prevention Stratagy - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2010 from John PhillipAlzheimer’s disease now affects more than 5 million Americans, and research projects that number will triple to more than 15 million by 2050. This dreaded memory-robbing disease is feared more than any other disease by most people, as it hits at the core of our being, stealing treasured ...
Views: 1433(1 vote) - 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: 1343(2 votes) - How to Care for Yourself While Caring for Others - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from Julie HallI find it hard to believe there is actually a word in the English language that could possibly describe what caregivers go through. There can't be! The experiences during the process of caregiving are often a deep, emotional shift accompanied by confusion, frustration, and even resentment for ...
Views: 1800(1 vote) - Common Neurological Conditions - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2010 from Laura Jozewicz1.Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the repeated collapse of the upper airway. Symptoms of OSA include snoring while sleeping, waking up at night, and tiredness in the morning. Sleep study may be necessary to diagnose the OSA. It is somewhat like spending a night ...
Views: 1476(1 vote) - 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: 2405(2 votes) - Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care-Tips, and Long-Term Care Options - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Carolina MooreCaring for a person with Alzheimer's disease at home is a challenging task that can become overwhelming at times. Each day brings new demands and opportunities as the caregiver copes with changing levels of ability and new patterns of behavior. In any demanding situation, the better you care for ...
Views: 1596(2 votes) - The Benefits of Community Outreach Music Programs (COMPs) on the Teaching of Musical Instruments - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from John Diamond© Peter Muir 2005 No part of this article may be repoduced without the consent of the author. In this paper I explore that the notion, based on my own teaching practice, that regular attendance on Community Outreach Music Programs (COMPs) by music students can be of great benefit to the ...
Views: 4038(2 votes) - Alzheimer's Disease Prevention and Treatment - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from John PhillipAlzheimer's Disease cases have been rapidly increasing over the last half century, and are currently the seventh leading cause of death in America. Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia and affects our ability to form memories, communicate and perform the most common daily tasks. ...
Views: 1601(2 votes) - Dreams that Don't Leave - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2010 from Dr. Mona SpiegelThey were after me! Dressed in army fatigues, helmeted and holding rifles with sharp bayonets extended before them, they were running up the stairs, getting closer and closer. They were barking, "Achtung! Achtung!" I was terrified. I call this dream and its variations my "Nazi dreams." They ...
Views: 1563(2 votes) - Asthma Management For Living With Asthma! - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Neelima ReddyAsthma is a chronic lung disease which cannot be cured completely but you can control so that you can have minimum symptoms and can lead a normal and active life. If you have asthma, asthma management is an important part of your life. Asthma management means staying away from asthma ...
Views: 1219(1 vote) - ***Huperzine - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Steffan AbelHuperzine A is a herbal extract from the Chinese moss Huperzia Serrata. Although it has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine for reducing pain, fever and inflammation, it is also commonly used as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and hemostyptic (a compound that reduces blood flow) as ...
Views: 2324(3 votes) - ***Ashwagandha - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Steffan AbelAshwagandha, also known as Withania somnifera holds a place in Ayurvedic (or Indian medicine) similar to ginseng in Chinese medicine. Although its name is derived because its roots smell like a horse – “Ashwa” meaning “horse” and “Gandha” meaning “odour” - don't let this put you off as it is a ...
Views: 3462(3 votes) - ***Eat your Polyphenols - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Steffan AbelA diet rich in antioxidants could delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease or even slow down its evolution according to researchers in Spain. The latest research suggests that the nerves and nerve pathways of the brain which are susceptible to being destroyed by age and neural diseases such as ...
Views: 2009(4 votes) - ***More on diet and exercise - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Steffan AbelA study in the journal Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders reported that people with even moderately elevated cholesterol in their 40s have twice the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in their 60s, 70s and 80s. This adds further proof that cholesterol is a risk factor for developing ...
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