Ginkgo biloba does not improve memory
Ginkgo biloba does not improve memory Taking Gingko biloba supplements does not improve memory, attention or problem solving in healthy individuals,…
Even in normal range, high blood sugar linked to brain shrinkage
Even in normal range, high blood sugar linked to brain shrinkage People whose blood sugar is on the high end of the normal range may be at greater risk of…
Cocoa antioxidants may slow cognitive decline
Cocoa antioxidants may slow cognitive decline Eating cocoa antioxidants daily may improve mild cognitive impairment, according to new research in the…
Lower vitamin D could increase risk of dying for frail older adults
Lower vitamin D could increase risk of dying for frail older adults A new study concludes that among older adults -- especially those who are frail -- low…
Older adults may need more vitamin D to prevent mobility difficulties
Older adults may need more vitamin D to prevent mobility difficulties Older adults who don't get enough vitamin D -- either from diet, supplements or sun…
Eating fish, chicken, nuts may lower risk of Alzheimer's
Eating fish, chicken, nuts may lower risk of Alzheimer's A new study suggests that eating foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, chicken,…
Soft drinks - even diet - up stroke risk
Soft drinks - even diet - up stroke risk We've heard repeatedly that soft drinks - including pop, energy drinks and vitamin waters - are bad for your…
Too little omega-3 fatty acids may accelerate brain aging
Too little omega-3 fatty acids may accelerate brain aging According to a new study published in the journal Neurology, a diet lacking in omega-3 fatty acids,…
High fibre fruit linked to healthy gums
High fibre fruit linked to healthy gums U.S. researchers who followed healthy male veterans for up to 24 years found that older men who ate more high-fibre…
Vitamin D not promising to reduce cancer risk
Vitamin D not promising to reduce cancer risk Extra vitamin D and calcium may offer some protection against fractures in elderly people, but has little or no…