Reducing thick, sticky plaques made up of amyloid-beta proteins in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients has been the focus of scientists for decades. And yet, they have almost nothing to show for it-- removing those plaques doesn’t cure Alzheimer’s disease. A new study suggests a reason why and, if true, will usher in a completely [...]
When it comes to wrinkles, one of the first anti-aging treatments people try is Botox. Some Botox-users report that this injectable line-smoothing treatment helps them to feel better about themselves and boosts their confidence. But this isn’t the only reason Botox has such a positive effect on mood. Here’s the surprising story… The injection of [...]
Has Dr. Donald Weaver lost his mind? How can he possibly suggest Alzheimer’s isn’t a brain disease? But hold on. What he’s saying about the cause of Alzheimer’s disease makes more sense than appears at first sight. Although the disease shows up in the brain, its foundation might lie elsewhere. And that’s within the immune [...]
If you’re feeling anxious and under stress in these challenging times, you’re certainly not alone. While there are several ways to naturally reduce stress and anxiety, a team of doctors believes one B vitamin should sit at the top of your list. Here’s the story… When you’re feeling anxious, your body burns up its stores [...]
For your brain to function at its best, it needs a crucial nutrient that allows its neurons to keep properly firing off their messages to one another. This nutrient is particulary important because it plays a key role in activities that go on in neuronal membranes. Without it, your thinking abilities falter. New memories can't [...]
If you’re anything like me, you’re doing everything possible to stop dementia before it starts. Especially if one of your close relatives suffered from Alzheimer’s leaving you at genetic risk for the disease. That’s why you eat plenty of fruits and veggies, never miss getting your exercise, and always get a good night’s sleep. But [...]
For most of us, being diagnosed with dementia is our worst nightmare. Because mainstream medicine has yet to find a drug or therapy to cure this memory-robbing disease. But what if I told you there’s a clear warning sign that dementia could be in your future? Well, new research shows there is one early warning [...]
Remember that adage, “You’re as young as you feel”? Well, studies show that whoever coined this popular phrase was on to something. It turns out that your moods, feelings, and thoughts about aging do impact your health, ranging from the sharpness of your memory and ability to stay agile to how well you recover from [...]
There’s a woman in Scotland who claims to be able to smell Parkinson’s disease on somebody’s skin years before physical and mental symptoms appear. And her remarkable gift has inspired scientists in the UK to develop a new test that might help to diagnose problems beginning in brain tissue. Let’s take a closer look… Joy [...]
