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Side Effects of Statins and Dementia

May 10, 2021 · Chris Iliades, MD · Heart Health

Based on some early studies, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) added a warning on statin drug labels that they may cause memory loss and confusion in some people. [1] This warning led to fears that statin drugs might increase the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, which is the … Read More

The Health Benefits of Chocolate for Your Brain May Include Memory & Mood Improvement

Jul 15, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

Eating moderate amounts of dark chocolate may benefit health in many ways. In fact, some research suggests that chocolate is now considered an anti-aging, anti-inflammatory “superfood” for the brain and body. Although we need a lot more research before experts agree, some studies examining the health benefits of chocolate suggest … Read More

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Fun and Playful Memory Activities for Adults

May 5, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

When I was young, we had a huge cedar tree in front of our house. My two brothers and I loved that tree, as it seemed to be made for climbing. It was the perfect play tree; in it we built platforms, played games, and continually found new routes up … Read More

B Vitamins That May Help Memory and Mild Cognitive Impairment

May 5, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

The brain loves B vitamins and they are an important consideration for improving memory and cognition as well as lowering your risk of mild cognitive impairment (or “pre-dementia”) and Alzheimer’s. A two-year study in the Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed taking B vitamins for memory improved cognition in older participants. … Read More

B Vitamins for Memory: Niacin May Provide Benefits for Alzheimer’s Disease

May 4, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

The growth in Alzheimer’s disease prevalence is alarming. An abundance of research is trying to figure out how we can protect our brains from degeneration to keep the mind sharp and memory intact. Among the many supplements and vitamins for memory protection are the B-vitamins, including B12, B6, B9, and … Read More

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Low Testosterone May Raise the Risk for Dementia and Alzheimer’s

Apr 23, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

Typically, shiny red sports cars or Harley motorcycles come to mind when you hear the words mid-life crisis. Many wives joke that after 50, their husbands begin losing their minds. But, research indicates the term mild-life crisis may have a whole new meaning. You see, as a man ages, his levels … Read More

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Strength Training May Prevent Memory Loss and Mild Cognitive Impairment

Apr 23, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

You probably know that regular exercise lowers the risk of mild cognitive impairment, or “pre-dementia,” and Alzheimer’s, but do you know which exercise is best for brain health? Step off the treadmill and pick up some iron because newer research shows strength training outperforms aerobics when it comes to improving … Read More

Stay Sharp: 4 Supplements That May Help Cognitive Health

Apr 22, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

Researchers have identified a number of herbal and nutritional supplements that can prevent or slow the progression of memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, and Alzheimer’s disease. But four stand out as being especially effective. Because symptoms don’t manifest until years or decades after they begin, these four supplements for cognitive … Read More

Does Music Affect Memory? Music Therapy May Help Dementia Patients

Apr 10, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

Whenever I went to see my grandmother in her nursing home and my visit coincided with a guest musician playing in the activity room, she insisted that we go. She loved these events, and I loved them too. It was cheering to see the room light up as residents came … Read More

Magnesium supplements as a possible dementia treatments

Magnesium Supplements May Reverse Memory Loss in Alzheimer’s Patients

Apr 9, 2020 · UHN Staff · Heart Health

A proprietary form of magnesium known as magnesium L-threonate, previously found to be exceptionally good at increasing brain magnesium levels, may be the best magnesium supplement for improving brain function. As a memory loss supplement, ,agnesium is a multi-purpose mineral with important roles in the brain. Research published in The … Read More

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