Possible link between vision issues and Alzheimer's
age-related macular degeneration

Possible link between vision issues and Alzheimer's

Dementia is on the rise in the United States so a top priority for doctors is finding risk factors that can be addressed and hopefully mitigated.
Pets are a booster for brain health for seniors
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Pets are a booster for brain health for seniors

A recent study reveals that seniors living alone benefited from having a dog or cat to keep them occupied. 
Alzheimer's drug may also be beneficial for treating macular degeneration
AChEI inhibitor

Alzheimer's drug may also be beneficial for treating macular degeneration

Study results published last week in JAMA Ophthalmology reveal that AChEI inhibitors that are used to treat Alzheimer's disease may have an added benefit of lowering the risk for developing age-rel...
Strawberries may be beneficial for brain health
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Strawberries may be beneficial for brain health

A small 12-week study involving supplementation with strawberry powder demonstrated the potential positive effects strawberries may have on cognitive health.
Aromatherapy use at bedtime may benefit brain health
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Aromatherapy use at bedtime may benefit brain health

A person's memory may be enhanced by simply inhaling essential oils during sleep.
Olive oil may improve brain health with patients who have mild cognitive impairment
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Olive oil may improve brain health with patients who have mild cognitive impairment

The small study involved 25 participants experiencing mild cognitive impairment.
Patients who have cataract surgery reduce likelihood of developing dementia
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Patients who have cataract surgery reduce likelihood of developing dementia

Researchers found that patients who underwent cataract surgery were 29 percent less likely to be diagnosed with dementia 
Lower dementia risk associated with cataract surgery
cataract surgery

Lower dementia risk associated with cataract surgery

Researchers found that adults who have had cataract surgery had almost a 30% lower risk of developing dementia for at least 10 years after the operation when compared to those who did not have cata...
Mediterranean diet may offer cognitive protection
age related macular degeneration

Mediterranean diet may offer cognitive protection

Following a diet high in fish and vegetables may offer protection against cognitive decline.