Memory

is alzheimer's hereditary

Is Alzheimer’s Hereditary?

Jul 3, 2018 · · Memory
There are two types of Alzheimer's disease—early-onset and late-onset. Both types have a genetic component. So is Alzheimer's hereditary? First, keep in mind that this is a very complex disease. Though your risk is higher if you have a family history of the disease, it does not mean you definitely … Read More
brain food

Brain Food: What to Eat to Protect Your Memory

Jul 2, 2018 · · Memory
When it comes to memory power and concentration, selecting the right brain food is essential. Certain foods have been shown to do a good job of protecting memory and cognition, while it’s equally as important to avoid others. Although diet isn’t the only factor that affects your brain’s prowess, it's … Read More
dementia types

Dementia Types: Irreversible and Reversible Dementia

Jun 8, 2018 · · Memory
Various dementia types can be caused by medical or psychiatric conditions, among them high fever, vitamin deficiency, head trauma, or depression. These are the so-called "reversible dementias." Other dementia types are irreversible and—if you’re wondering, "Is dementia hereditary?"—can be caused by family genes. Let’s look at reversible dementia first. It’s … Read More
difference between alzheimer's and dementia

The Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia

May 29, 2018 · · Memory
The critical difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia is that Alzheimer’s is a specific disease and dementia is a term used to describe symptoms that can be caused by a number of different diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease (AD). So, is there a difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia? The answer is both … Read More
vitamin for memory

How to Use a Common Vitamin for Memory Protection

May 24, 2018 · · Memory
Vitamin D deficiency can cause a slew of problems. Side effects of a vitamin D deficiency can include impaired immune function, decreased bone density, and depression. And now researchers have discovered that vitamin D is an essential vitamin for memory, too. Here, we look at three benefits of vitamin D. … Read More
What causes dementia

What Causes Dementia?

May 14, 2018 · · Memory
Reseachers are hard at work trying to figure out what causes dementia. In the case of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), they're trying to learn the process associated with the condition's onset. What are they learning? That there's a multifactorial process associated with AD, and that it's triggered by a combination of … Read More
serotonin deficiency

Serotonin Deficiency: A New Target for Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer’s

May 4, 2018 · · Memory
Serotonin is the “feel-good” brain chemical. Too little of this vital neurotransmitter, which enables communication between brain cells, will have you suffering from serotonin deficiency symptoms: depression, anxiety, negativity, cravings for sweets and starches, insomnia, low self-esteem, poor mood, among others. What's lesser known is that serotonin is also necessary for … Read More
caregiver burnout

Avoiding Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Burnout

May 1, 2018 · · Memory
About 15 million Americans serve as an Alzheimer’s caregiver, an emotionally and physically exhausting job that can also be a strain on finances.[1] Caregivers often lose time for themselves and may find they can’t participate in their favorite sports or hobbies as much, take spontaneous trips, be gone from home too long, … Read More

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