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Alzheimer’s risk higher if your mother had cognitive problems

The genetic risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease is more strongly influenced by the mother’s side than the father’s side, a recent study has discovered.

The Conversation

Scientists reveal study on if you inherit Alzheimer’s from mother’s or father’s side

The researchers looked at the family history of older adults from a trial aimed at Alzheimer’s prevention

The Independent UK

The Secret Cognitive-Enhancing Powers of Menthol

Inhaled menthol could be an unexpected treatment for Alzheimer's Disease if preliminary research pans out.

Inverse

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Is it really possible to have Alzheimer’s yet no symptoms?

Some people seem to be more resilient to developing Alzheimer’s diseases, despite having the biological hallmarks of the devastating disease. For obvious reasons, scientists are very interested in studying this special group of people.

The Conversation

When mice with Alzheimer’s inhaled menthol, their cognitive abilities improved

Imagine a future where the smell of menthol could alleviate some of the worst symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. This might sound like science fiction, but innovative new research is making it a potential reality.

The Conversation

Can pomegranate help treat Alzheimer's disease?

Alzheimer's disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder, leads to memory loss, cognitive decline, and ultimately, the inability to carry out daily activities. While there is currently no cure, various dietary interventions are being researched for their potential to prevent or mitigate the disease's effects.

The Times of India

Can nose picking increase Alzheimer’s risk? How?

Do you mindlessly pick your nose? Well, you need to be careful right now. Picking your nose can be dangerous to your health.

The Times of India

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An active brain can protect you from dementia, but stress might eat up your ‘cognitive reserve’ – new study

Some people have the biological hallmarks of Alzheimer’s – proteins called amyloid and tau that gum up the brain – but have no disease symptoms. Researchers suggest that this could be because some people build up a “cognitive reserve” – the brain’s ability to find new ways to handle and…

The Conversation

The bacteria in your mouth play an important role in your health – here are four diseases linked to your oral microbiome

Your mouth is one of the most diverse habitats in the human body. It contains over 700 known species of bacteria, as well as yeasts, viruses and some protozoa. This community is collectively referred to as the oral microbiome – and like your gut microbiome, the bacteria in your mouth…

The Conversation

Some people may have Alzheimer’s without any symptoms

Scientists found signs of altered gene activity in brains of resilient members

The Independent UK

Scientists claim to have found another distinct genetic form of Alzheimer’s

Study suggests almost everyone with two copies of genetic variant ApoE4 goes on to develop disease

The Guardian - UK

Los Angeles’ Black Churches Join National Effort to Support Dementia Patients and Their Families

South L.A. churches craft dementia-friendly services aimed at providing solace to a community disproportionately affected by the disease.

Capital & Main

Stressful events in middle age could increase risk of Alzheimer's - study

Life events such as unemployment or death of loved one linked to neurodegenerative disease

Evening Standard

This diet could help prevent Alzheimer's disease, says study

New findings from a study conducted on mice suggest that following a ketogenic (keto) diet might offer a potential defence against the onset of Alzheimer's disease. The study, led by researchers from the University of California, Davis (UC Davis), revealed that a keto diet, characterised by low-carbohydrate and high-fat intake,…

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Active ingredient in Viagra tied to lower Alzheimer's risk — but don't get too excited

Once more, sildenafil, the main active component of the "little blue pill," has been found to be associated with a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

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Diet has significant impact on risk of Alzheimer's disease: Research

In a detailed study, researchers identify which diets are effective in lowering the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Alzheimer's may be caused by immune cells thinking brain cells are bacteria, expert says

A new theory of Alzheimer's disease reassesses the role of beta-amyloid in the brain.

The Guardian - US

Three things to know about your brain in menopause – and how to navigate the changes

‘A surge of interest’ is helping scientists understand and normalize ‘the change’

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Yoga gives distinct cognitive advantages to older women at risk of Alzheimer's disease

Kundalini yoga improved cognition and memory in older women at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by restoring neural pathways, preventing brain matter decline, and reversing ageing and inflammation-associated biomarkers--improvements not seen in a group that received standard memory training exercises. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Guardian - UK

Early blood test to predict dementia is step closer as biological markers identified

Scientists have found patterns of four proteins that predict onset of dementia more than a decade before formal diagnosis

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Alarming link discovered: Growth hormone may increase Alzheimer's risk

Learn about the recent study revealing potential transmission of Alzheimer's disease, as well as the concerns and implications surrounding it.

The Guardian - UK

Blood test could revolutionise diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, experts say

Study finds measuring levels of a protein could be just as good at detecting disease as lumbar punctures and scans

WEKU

Blood tests can help diagnose Alzheimer's — if they're accurate enough. Not all are

A new generation of blood tests can help doctors diagnose Alzheimer's without a brain scan or spinal tap. But only a few perform as well as traditional tests.

Dynamite News

Stomach bug may raise risk of Alzheimer's disease: Study

A common gut bacteria that is present in two-thirds of the world's population may be linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to new research. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Study finds stomach bug that may raise risk of Alzheimer's disease

According to new research, a common gut bacteria found in two-thirds of the world's population may be connected to an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease. Read further on Dynamite News:

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