Some mild forgetfulness is a normal part of aging. But when does this occasional absentmindedness become something we should be concerned about? And are there measures we can take to minimize or even ...

Alzheimer’s disease has long been a diagnosis that arrives only after memory begins to fray, by which time brain damage is ...

A flavanol-rich diet may help older adults avoid age-related memory loss, new research shows. Flavanols are a type of flavonoid and are important for reducing inflammation. Nutrition experts explain ...

Memory concerns don’t have to become inevitable realities after age 40. The brain possesses remarkable plasticity throughout life, and strategic interventions beginning in the fifth decade can ...

Findings suggest that a daily vitamin supplement may slow cognitive decline in older adults — but experts aren't ready to recommend it to everyone. The findings showed a statistically significant ...

From staying active to a healthy diet, there are many ways to boost your brain as you get older. “What we’ve learned in the past 10 years is how much lifestyle interventions can really prevent or ...

Stress is the brain’s natural response to fear, but it often disrupts memory in the process, potentially impacting the possibility of memory loss. When preparing for a big presentation or taking a ...

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Wasabi, a plant often used in Japanese cuisine, may have a positive effect on memory. Researchers found that consuming wasabi extract saw “significant” boosts in two aspects of cognition. Experts ...

As a primary care physician, I often have older patients come to me worried about dementia. They tell me they've been forgetting names or where they put their keys, and they're concerned that such ...