Category Archives: Brain Function

Dementia is a scary condition. Alzheimer’s prevention strategies are not well understood, and as the leading type of dementia, it is an increasing cause for concern. According to the Alzheimer’s association, it already affects five million Americans over 65. That number is expected to triple by 2050. So, if Alzheimer’s isn’t a pressing concern now, ...click here to read more

Exercise may be the key to reducing the risk of sleep apnea, according to a new study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. The study found that increased physical activity is associated with a lower risk of obstructed sleep apnea, a common sleep-related breathing disorder. In the most extensive study to date, researchers ...click here to read more

Regardless of who you are, these are stressful times. Threats always exist, but the pandemic and continued evidence of police brutality can make the simplest trip seem like a significant risk. If you’ve got high blood sugar or diabetes, the risk is even greater. Extra stress can make it very difficult to keep blood sugar ...click here to read more

Delirium, also known as the acute confusional state, is a decline in mental functioning that develops over a short time, typically hours to days. It is a syndrome that encompasses disturbances in attention, consciousness, and cognition. The study published in the journal JAMA Neurology conducted a systemic review and analysis of 24 observational studies to ...click here to read more

So much attention gets paid to how long you should sleep. Rarely, however, do we examine the importance of sleep quality. But the truth is if you’re sleeping seven hours a day, or even feel like you are but aren’t, you could be at risk for health trouble. Quality sleep is what you want. Your ...click here to read more

The world’s first study of long-term impacts caused by a ladder fall has found a deterioration in psychological well-being in patients for at least six months after the incident. Many people don’t realize the overall impact of a fall, but this study helps to outline the mental stress it can take. Among the aging population, ...click here to read more

A healthy diet does much more than help you stay slim. Eating well helps your brain and body stay healthy and slows down the aging process. The protective elements of food should come as no surprise. The links between what you eat and your health keep getting stronger, and new research has highlighted four foods ...click here to read more

Many people experience sleep problems after heart bypass surgery, but new research shows how exercise could be the solution. Researchers from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) investigated the effect of exercise on both sleep and functional capacity, where they concluded that aerobic exercise is beneficial for getting a good night’s sleep. “Many patients have ...click here to read more

Obesity can cause a multitude of health issues, and a new study now shows how it can affect the risk of dementia. Researchers from the University College London have found that those who are obese in middle age may have an increased risk of cognitive decline, including dementia. Leading the most extensive study of its ...click here to read more

Many people tend to burn the candle at both ends during the week and try to catch up on sleep during the weekends. However, according to a new study from the Hotel Dieu Center of Sleep and Vigilance at the Public Assistance Hospital of Paris, they will still find themselves feeling sleepy come Monday morning. ...click here to read more

Are you groggy and tired even though you think you’ve had a good sleep? If that’s the case, you may have sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a common sleep-related breathing problem. It leaves sufferers unconsciously gasping for air during sleep, making it nearly impossible to achieve quality sleep. The condition is associated with high blood ...click here to read more

New research has found that repetitive head impacts can lead to depression and reduced cognitive function ability later in life. In the most extensive study of its kind, scientists from the Boston University (BU) Alzheimer’s Disease and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Centers; the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF); and San Francisco VA Healthcare System ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s is one of the most pressing health conditions of our time. As many as five million Americans are living with the condition, and the risk goes up with age. With an aging population, it stands as a significant strain on individuals, families, and the healthcare system. There is plenty of data, however, that suggests ...click here to read more

If you’re a little older and struggling with sleep, you’re not alone. As people get older, they sleep less. Older folks tend to wake up earlier and fall asleep later. But does this signal poor health? It might, according to a new study. Research published in mid-June suggests sleep troubles may play a role in ...click here to read more