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01/18/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo

Keeping an aging brain sharp and avoiding late-life depression requires certain nutrients

Aging is a very scary part of life since it is associated with an increased risk of health problems like mild cognitive impairment, dementia, Alzheimer’s, and depression. Although aging is inevitable, there are many ways you can make the experience better. According to a recent study conducted by researchers from Ulster University in Northern Ireland, following the Mediterranean diet […]

01/08/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo

Can diet and nutrition impact age-related cognitive decline?

Researchers from Ulster University in Northern Ireland have established the pivotal role that diet and nutrition play in maintaining brain health. Their study, which was published in the journal Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, reviewed existing evidence regarding the relationship between specific nutrients and cognitive function and depression during aging. Aging is associated with cognitive […]

12/13/2018 / By Vicki Batts

PQQ is effective in combating neurodegeneration that can affect the aging brain

Maintaining brain health through the aging process is a top concern these days. Alzheimer’s disease is estimated to affect one out of every three senior citizens, and is currently the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. But there are many ways in which a person can reduce their risk of neurodegeneration as […]

12/04/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Simple yet powerful ways to strengthen your brain

Have you been feeling a bit off lately? Do you find it harder to remember things even if you’ve just encountered them? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions then you might be suffering from poor brain health. Fortunately, there are many activities that you can easily do to get your brain back in top […]

10/26/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Blueberry juice concentrate found to “supercharge” aging brains

Drinking concentrated blueberry juice prevents cognitive decline among the elderly, according to a study. Older adults showed a significant improvement in cognitive function and blood flow to the brain after drinking the blueberry beverage for a period of 12 weeks. Evidence shows that the juice can even improve working memory. These findings were published in […]

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