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Clearing up a foggy memory
At some point, most older adults experience the occasional "senior moment" where they misplace an everyday object, lose their train of thought during a conversation, or forget why they walked into a room. Memory lapses like this are part of normal aging, but the problem can be exacerbated by issues like depression, stress, poor sleep, and medication side effects. If these episodes become so frequent or substantial that they interfere with a person's daily life or safety, it's time to see a doctor.
MIND diet may slow cognitive decline
A 2024 study suggested that closely following the MIND diet, which emphasizes plant-based foods and limited animal products and saturated fats, may slow cognitive decline compared to other eating patterns.
Are some cases of Alzheimer's disease caused by infection?
Some scientists believe that microbes might play a part in Alzheimer's disease development. They say it could be that certain viruses or bacteria that infect the brain aren't completely eradicated by the immune system, which leads to neuroinflammation and brain cell death. It could also be that microbes trigger the release of protein deposits—amyloid-beta plaques and tau tangles—which kill neurons, further increase neuroinflammation, and lead to more neuron death.
Court ruling curbs unfounded claims for memory supplement
In the US, supplements are not tested in the way prescription medicines are, and their manufacturers can make claims about their abilities that may or may not be true. But there are some rules supplement makers must follow, and the FDA's plan to revamp its regulation of dietary supplements is a step toward improving consumer protection.

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Can saw palmetto treat an enlarged prostate?

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Tips to leverage neuroplasticity to maintain cognitive fitness as you age

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Celiac disease: Exploring four myths

What is prostatitis and how is it treated?
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