Dementia Prevention
5 Exercises That Reduce The Risk Of Dementia
For a long time, experts believed that regular exercise might shield against dementia. But, while they noticed a general trend toward lower risk, the studies on the topic were contradictory. This left researchers to speculate on the optimal frequency, intensity, and form of exercise. But, in the past few months, three large-scale longitudinal studies have…
Read MoreTV and YouTube May Cause Dementia: The Science Behind Passive vs. Active Stimulation
TV and YouTube May Cause Dementia: The Science Behind Passive vs. Active Stimulation We all know that watching too much TV or spending a lot of time on YouTube is bad for us. But what many of us don’t realize is just how bad it can be. In fact, a growing body of research suggests…
Read MoreBenefits of Regular Exercise for Alzheimer’s and Dementia
For a healthier life, doctors have always suggested a “balanced diet and exercise.” Nutritious meals and a regular exercise routine not only benefit your waistline, they have also been connected to Alzheimer’s and dementia improvements. In a recent study at the Wake Forest School of Medicine, researchers found that “[v]igorous exercise not only makes Alzheimer’s…
Read More5 Things To Know About Lewy Body Dementia
It has been just over a year since Robin Williams suddenly passed and a recent interview with his widow, Susan Williams, has re-opened the conversation of Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia. Over 1.4 million American’s are affected with Lewy Body Dementia and this disease is often misdiagnosed and misunderstood by medical professionals, patients and their…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia – Why Research is Failing – Alz Speaks Part 5
How can I slow Alzheimer’s disease progression? This week we continue our interview with Dr. Ashford and he explains why the Alzheimer’s research field has not been very productive and why it is in a “totally misguided direction.” Dr. Ashford also wants to educate you on how to prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Dementia can…
Read MoreCognitive Function & Decline – 3 Ways to Prevent Alzheimer Disease
Cognitive function varies from person to person for many reasons, but while many individuals believe that the idea of cognitive decline is inevitable, here at MemTrax we believe that mental health awareness can begin at any age with simple activity and lifestyle changes. In this blog post, we introduce three basic ways for any individual…
Read MoreMemTrax Tracks Memory Problems
Forgetting the Little Things Memory problems can happen to anyone: forgetting what they went upstairs for; missing an anniversary or birthday; needing someone to repeat what they said only a little while before. Some degree of forgetfulness is perfectly normal, but it can become a concern if frequent, especially as a person gets older. MemTrax…
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