Dementia is a term that is used to describe several different brain ailments. The most common type of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. In order for a person’s condition to be diagnosed as dementia, that person must be experiencing an impairment in their ability to live independently and function socially. While we don’t yet know enough … Read more
It’s no secret that the foods you eat have a direct effect on your physical health, but research also suggests that your diet can have a critical impact on your mental health as well. According to Harvard Health Blog:
“Like an expensive car, your brain functions best when it gets only premium fuel. Eating high-quality foods that contain lots of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants nourishes the brain and protects it from oxidative stress.”
About 1 in 9 Americans over the age of 65 has Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Alzheimer’s is the only leading cause of death in the United States that does not have a cure. And while there is no cure yet, there are still some healthy changes you can make to your lifestyle to try and … Read more
