Dementia

The largest mistake you are making with a family member with dementia

Arguments about reality, and the use of overly long sentences, are liable to worsen distress. Dr. Nati Blum explains how to change communication with a family member with dementia.

It is important to ask for help and not carry everything alone.
Miki Berkowitz.

'Our hearts are broken, but we did it out of boundless love for Dad'

Light exposure affects the brain through the biological clock.

40 a day could protect the brain and reduce dementia risk

Argentina players celebrate after the match as Argentina qualify for the semi finals of the World Cup.

Former soccer players show brain changes but no cognitive decline, researchers find


The workout that may significantly reduce the risk of early death

A new study has found that 90 minutes to two hours of strength training per week are linked to a decrease in the risk of heart disease, stroke, and dementia.

The researchers found that the best results were recorded among people who combined strength training with aerobic activity such as brisk walking, running, cycling, or swimming

How many eggs should you eat per week to lower the risk of dementia?

A large–scale study has found a surprising link between regular egg consumption and significant changes in the risk of cognitive decline in older age.

One of the central ones among them is choline, a substance that the body uses to produce acetylcholine: A neurotransmitter with a central role in memory, learning, and attention

How many cups of coffee a day lower the risk of dementia?

A new study has revealed the link between coffee and brain health. So how much exactly should you drink? And why, despite the encouraging results – this is not yet the end of the story.

Coffee and breakfast

Air pollution and extreme heat linked to more migraine attacks, Israeli study finds

Israeli scientists find air pollution exposure tied to a higher risk of migraine attacks.

Migraine (illustrative)

Jessica Lange sparkles in newest film, ‘The Great Lillian Hall’ - review

Jessica Lange breathes life into a story about a Broadway diva who, months into rehearsals for a revival of Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard, discovers she is struggling with dementia.

Jessica Lange is marvelous as an aging actress who discovers she has dementia in ‘The Great Lillian Hall.’

Even a small daily addition of these foods could cause dementia

Processed food is considered particularly bad, but its damages do not end with chronic diseases or obesity – rather, they can also harm the brain.

Even a small daily addition of these foods could cause dementia

People are talking to each other much less – and it has a dangerous effect

A new study found a decline of nearly 30% in the number of words people say each day – And the implications for mental health could be significant.

Talk more

About 50% of dementia cases are preventable: This is the main influencing factor

Scientists analyzed dozens of studies in which millions of people participated and discovered how many hours of sleep per night reduce the risk of dementia.

The bad news: Sleeping longer than eight hours increases the risk of dementia

Even at age 50: Switching to this diet reduces dementia risk

Switching to a diet rich in vegetables, legumes and nuts can help strengthen the brain, even if you start it only at age 50. Here are all the details.

Switching to a diet rich in vegetables, legumes and nuts can help strengthen the brain

4 sleep problems that may be an early sign of dementia

Insomnia, falling asleep at unusual hours, movement during dreams, and nighttime confusion may indicate a change in the brain.

Sleep problems that should raise a red flag