Transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) for 20 minutes over 4 consecutive days can improve both short- and long-term memory for at least 1 month in older adults, new research suggests (Nat Neurosci. Published online August 22, 2022).
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory disease leading to multifocal neuronal demyelination and axonal damage in the central nervous system (CNS).
To explore whether individuals who consume higher amounts of ultra-processed food (UPF) have more adverse mental health symptoms a new study have been done.
Early detection of Alzheimer Disease
Alzheimer disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 60% to 70% of cases. With worldwide population growth and aging, the prevalence of the disease is increasing dramatically. One of the frustrating aspects of this disease for patients and families-as well as for their health care professionals-is the diagnosis itself. Yet,...
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Several health-related conditions can cause memory loss. Often, these causes may occur individually or together and usually resolve after treatment.
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While strokes in childhood and very early adulthood are not likely caused by atherosclerotic risk factors, it does look like these risk factors increase throughout early and young adulthood and become significant risk factors for stroke in the 30s and 40s.
A minimally invasive skin test can accurately diagnose Alzheimer's Disease (AD) with high sensitivity and specificity, even in the presence of comorbid pathologies, new research suggests.
Waking up at night enhances your memory
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More research suggests that eating a diet high in ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) is harmful for the aging brain.
Dairy consumption and risk of dementia.
Evidence suggests that dairy consumption is associated with better cognitive health in older adults. However, the results of recent research introduce an exception to this possible link (https://doi.org/10.1002/mnfr.202101058).