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MIND Diet Puts Focus on Brain Health

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Two separate diet plans— each associated with cognitive benefits on their own—have an even greater impact when combined. The MIND diet, which stands for Mediterranean- DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay, is a hybrid of the Mediterranean and DASH diets, and is specifically designed to promote brain health. The MIND … Read More

MIND Diet Offers Food For Thought

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We’ve known for quite some time that avoiding sweets and processed foods is associated with a variety of worthwhile physical benefits, such as lower cholesterol and healthy weight. But science is showing that a diet that encourages antioxidant-rich foods, and discourages foods deemed ‘unhealthy,’ is associated with important mental benefits. … Read More

Urinary Leakage After Menopause Is Prevalent, but Treatable

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Incontinence, or urine leakage, is no laughing matter, but laughing—as well as sneezing, coughing, and even exercising—can trigger this condition that affects nearly half of postmenopausal women. Hormonal changes associated with menopause can contribute to changes in the pelvic floor muscles and tissues, and this can lead to urinary incontinence. … Read More

Inflammatory Blood Vessel Disease Mimics Common Illnesses

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Inflammation is a natural and essential part of the body’s immune response to injury. But sometimes inflammation goes into overdrive, and instead of helping it hurts. This type of painful chronic inflammation shows itself in many ways that are increasingly common as we age. Examples include inflammatory joint conditions such … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Falling; Blood Tests

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I’ve fallen a few times over the past several months. Is this a normal part of aging? While the risk of falls may increase with age due to factors such as changes in balance, vision, and muscle strength, frequent falls are not considered a normal or inevitable part of the … Read More

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