July 8, 2008 – 4:24 pm | One Comment

In a move sure to stir controversy, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommended on Monday that a more aggressive approach to treating high cholesterol in children should be implemented, even if it means prescribing …

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Exercise May Slow Early Alzheimer’s Progression
July 16, 2008 – 10:17 pm | No Comment

The July 15 issue of the journal, Neurology, published by the American Academy of Neurology, carries the details of a report conducted by researchers at the University of Kansas School of Medicine that offers the …

Good Cholesterol Staves Off Memory Loss, Dementia
July 1, 2008 – 6:16 am | 8 Comments

High levels of low-density lipoproteins (LDL), the “bad” cholesterol, have long been associated with memory problems experienced by the elderly but new research on the effects of the high-density lipoproteins (HDL), shows that high levels …

Mercury Dental Fillings Not As Safe As Once Thought
June 5, 2008 – 6:44 pm | 5 Comments

In what’s been called a complete about-face, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a statement saying metal dental fillings, which are about half mercury, may lead to health problems in vulnerable individuals …

Study Challenges Ibuprofen for Alzheimer’s Prevention, but “Something is going on”
May 29, 2008 – 6:59 am | No Comment

According to a new report, Ibuprofen offers no better protection against Alzheimer’s disease than any other NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). The results have challenged the most recent report that showed Ibuprofen use reduces the risk …

Ibuprofen May Protect from Alzheimer’s disease
May 22, 2008 – 12:47 pm | 5 Comments

Scientists have found that taking Ibuprofen may ward off the development of Alzheimer’s disease. According to a team of investigators at Boston University School of Medicine, people who took Ibuprofen long term, specifically more than …

Massage, Aromatherapy and Alzheimer’s Disease
May 14, 2008 – 6:03 am | 16 Comments

Massage and aromatherapy have known benefits. Most people, especially family caregivers, may not be aware that aromatherapy, massage, therapeutic touch, light and pet therapy may help subdue aggressive behaviors, especially those associated with Alzheimer’s disease …

Short Arms, Legs May Indicate Alzheimer’s Risk
May 6, 2008 – 10:15 pm | 7 Comments

Arms and legs that are shorter than average are an indication of poor nutritional intake in the early stages of life, when these limbs, especially the legs, normally experience rapid growth.  The region of the …

Smoke More, Drink More, Get Alzheimer’s Sooner
April 20, 2008 – 9:28 am | 6 Comments

A new study suggests that heavy smoking and drinking can hasten the onset of Alzheimer’s disease by several years.  Eliminating smoking and drinking are considered the two most important steps to preventing Alzheimer’s disease.

Vitamin E Increases Longevity Of Alzheimer’s Patients
April 16, 2008 – 3:25 pm | No Comment

For years, doctors have maintained that Vitamin E helps delay the progression of moderately severe Alzheimer’s disease.  A study presented at this week’s meeting of the Academy of Neurology revealed that it can also increase …

Does Diabetes Cause Alzheimer’s Disease?
April 10, 2008 – 10:15 am | One Comment

That’s the question researchers in Sweden are pondering after the findings of a recent study indicate that individuals diagnosed with mid-life diabetes are 1.5 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease later in life.