Alzheimer; News from the web:
A study of children of parents with Alzheimer shows that life style choices do have an impact on getting the disease. Obesity, stress and smoking are named as prime suspects in the development of Alzheimer. So while there is no cure, we may put some effort in learning about these factors and try to avoid them.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
Six Taiwan-based scientists have announced what may be a long hoped-for breakthrough in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. They have discovered that so-called statins, drugs developed originally to lower cholesterol levels, seem to reduce the risk of dementia by as much as one-quarter.
It is still early days and reduced risk does not mean prevention or treatment. But there is another glimmer of hope.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
Although there is no cure for Alzheimer, there are things you can do to either postpone or live with the disease as best as you and your environment can.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
New research points at a protein called REST that is present in fetuses but now is thought to also play a role in protecting the brains of older people. Much more work needs to be done on this but it is yet another avenue in the path to finding a cure for the disease.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
A short overview of the available theories about the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer.
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Alzheimer; News from the web:
People from India aged 70 – 79 are FOUR times less likely to get Alzheimer. There must be some clue there. Is it the diet they keep? Apparently curcumin keeps plaques at bay and will help your brain health. This needs a lot more study but it cannot hurt to include some nice Indian dishes in your meal plan for next week.
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