Coffee Could Combat Parkinson's and Dementia

Coffee could combat Parkinson's and dementia: Scientists discover two compounds in the pick-me-up prevent the toxic accumulation of proteins in the brain.

Coffee could combat both Parkinson's disease and a form of dementia, research suggests.

Two compounds, including caffeine, in the pick-me-up work together to prevent the accumulation of a toxic protein in the brains of mice.

This protein, known as alpha-synuclein, is associated with both Parkinson's and dementia with lewy bodies (DLB).

Tests on rodents genetically at risk of both diseases showed the combination of caffeine and the compound EHT prevented alpha-synuclein from building-up after just six months. Read more

Daily Cup of Dark-Roasted Coffee Could Prevent Dementia and Parkinson's

One cup of dark-roasted coffee every morning could prevent dementia and Parkinson's - even if it's decaf, a study claims.

Researchers claim drinking one cup of coffee each morning could ward of dementia and Parkinson's.

The benefits are particularly strong for people who opt for darker roasted beans - even if it's decaffeinated, the study found.

The coffee roasting process releases chemicals which counter proteins responsible for the development of the diseases, scientists discovered.

It is not a cure or clear-cut prevention for either disease by any means, but researchers say it won't hurt to add a cup to your daily routine. Read more

7 Natural Ways to Imporve Brain Circulation

Is your brain getting enough blood flow? Here are seven natural ways to improve brain circulation.

It’s no secret that the brain does a lot of work. Since this little part of our body is responsible for ensuring that everything works just fine, it’s important to make sure that it gets an adequate amount of blood flow day in and out. Accomplishing this isn’t even as complicated as it sounds and here’s how you can do it: Read more

Overhydrating Linked to Brain Swelling

Comedian George Carlin once asked, "When did we get so thirsty?" Eight glasses of water a day, as your grandmother prescribed, is probably plenty for most people most of the time.

NFL star Tom Brady and Riverdale actress Madelaine Petsch both sparked controversy this year as each attributed their peak physique to drinking excessive amounts of water.

Scores of nutritionists and doctors reacted, warning that is a sure-fire way for most of us, who do not work out professionally, to develop a sodium deficiency.

Now, a new study shows yet another caveat. Read more

The Key to Avoiding Dementia

Scientists have discovered the key to avoiding dementia.

Playing a musical instrument or learning another language could protect against dementia, according to research.

Scientists found that the process of learning as an adult trains the brain to become more efficient. Read more

What Organ Suffers rhe Most From a Poor Diet?

What organ suffers the most from a poor diet? The answer may surprise you.

By now, the majority of us realize that having a poor diet and lifestyle is directly related to our overall health. In many ways, healthy eating has become somewhat trendy as people are starting to understand that they do indeed have control over their own health and are ready to take responsibility for their lives. Read meor

Beer Protects the Brain, Study Claims

Drinking two pints of beer a day cuts Alzheimer’s risk - but six can cause it.

QUAFFING a couple of pints of beer a day boosts the brain and cuts the risk of getting Alzheimer’s, a study claims.

Scientists say a small daily tipple reduces brain inflammation and flushes out harmful toxins. Read more

Drinking Alcohol Could Help You Reach 85 Without Dementia

 A study from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine found that drinking alcohol could help older adults reach the age of 85 without suffering from cognitive impairment.

DRINKING alcohol on a regular basis could help people live to the age of 85 without dementia, experts have revealed.

Older adults who drink regularly are also less likely to suffer other cognitive impairments than non-drinkers, according to a University of California San Diego School of Medicine-led study. Read more

Which Sleep Position Is Best for Your Brain?

Clean your brain ith the sleeping position that best removes waste.

Getting a good night’s sleep is important to all of us. If we don’t get it, our entire day ahead will feel like a grind. We all know that sleep can be a restorative practice, but it is also a cerebral one. While we sleep, our brains are continually working. It regulates our breathing, heart rate, and even induces weird dreams. What we don’t realize is that while sleeping, the brain is relocating our experiences and memories, only keeping what’s important. Read more

The Great Brain Enhancer: Colloidal Gold

You may never have heard of colloidal gold, but Michael Ravensthorpe says that it improves our mental faculties and rejuvenates our bodies.

Many people know about colloidal silver and its proven germicidal and antibacterial properties. Colloidal gold, on the other hand, is not quite as well-known. This is unfortunate, since this clear, tasteless colloid – which is made from tiny gold particles suspended in water – provides us with similarly impressive health benefits. Whereas colloidal silver cleanses our bodies of microbes and bacteria, however, colloidal gold has a different purpose: it improves our mental faculties and rejuvenates our bodies. Read more

Sex Is Better for Your Memory Than Sukoku

Sex is better for your memory than Sudoku according to health expert Delia McCabe.

Sex has the reputation for being a great form of exercise - a lively session between the sheets is roughly equivalent to 20 minutes of doubles tennis or walking uphill, 33 minutes of golf on a driving range, 40 minutes of yoga or 19 minutes of light rowing.

And research is now showing that sex provides a ’triple-whammy’ of benefits by combining a workout for the heart and lungs, the release of hormones that could lower stress and the production of new brain cells. Read more

Cinnamon Could Increase Ability to Learn

A new study suggests that cinnamon could increase the ability to learn.

Beginning a new semester or school year at high school or a university may be exciting, or it may be filled with stress, which is likely to increase as assessments pile up. Fortunately, there are natural remedies that can help with learning ability, and a new study shows that cinnamon may be one of them. Read more

How to Keep Your Brain from Shrinking

Dr. Joseph Mercola reveals how to rejuvenate and regenerate your brain as you age.

Scientists have linked physical exercise to brain health for many years.

In fact, there’s compelling evidence that physical exercise helps build a brain that not only resists shrinkage but increases cognitive abilities1 by promoting neurogenesis, i.e. your brain’s ability to adapt and grow new brain cells.

In essence, physical activity produces biochemical changes that strengthen and renew not only your body but also your brain — particularly areas associated with memory and learning.

The converse is also true. Researchers have shown a sedentary lifestyle correlates to brain shrinkage, which increases your risk of memory loss and other cognitive problems.

As recently reported by Newsweek:2 Read more

20 Easy Ways to Boost Your Brain Power

The health of your brain is just as important as the health of the rest of your body. Psychiatrist Dr. Mike Dow reveals twenty easy ways to boost your brain power.

Although many of us are concerned about the health of our bodies, considerably less of us think about the health of our brains.

However, shocking statistics show that now, more than ever, we need to take care of this organ.

Worldwide, 47.5 million people suffer from dementia and there are 7.7 million new cases every year, according to the World Health Organisation

In today's society, we have an unlimited supply of unhealthy foods, electronics and legal drugs at our disposal – all of which have negatively impacted the way we think and feel. Read more

Dietary Supplements for Your Brain

Margaret Durst lists the best supplements to keep your brain healthy.

BRAIN and NERVE function are important. Preserve them and make them better with supplements and lifestyle changes.

Some of the KEYS to long-term health for brain and nerves involves keeping insulin, blood sugar, inflammation, and toxicity at low levels.

HIGH BLOOD SUGAR and high insulin can damage the fine tissues of the brain and nervous system. You do not have to be diabetic to experience this. Eating a low glycemic diet is important. If you want more information, a good book is “The Glycemic Load Diet.”

TOXICITY is also an issue in terms of brain and nerve health – especially heavy metal toxicity. All heavy metals act as neuro-toxins. Avoid unnecessary chemicals when possible – this includes pesticides, fertilizers, herbicides, cleaning products, smoking, etc. Read more

5 Ways to Build a Younger Brain

New research can now identify markers of diseases like Alzheimer's much earlier than ever before. Learn how to protect yourself starting today.

When a recent Northwestern University study discovered the hallmark Alzheimer’s proteins in the brains of 20 year olds, many wondered: Is brain health a younger person's concern?

After all, these are the youngest human brains to date in which amyloids, the signature proteins, have been found. And while the majority of people impacted by dementia and Alzheimer’s are older than 65, experts will tell you that taking action now could help prevent damage down the line.

You may have more control than you realize, says Gary Small, M.D., author of Two Weeks to a Younger Brain: “The brain is sensitive to stimulation from moment to moment—if we are engaging certain neural circuits, they strengthen—if we neglect others, we don’t give the brain the opportunity to strengthen,” Small says. “But whether that impacts one’s risk of Alzheimer’s, we just don’t know.” Read more

Dark Chocolate Improves Attention and Alterness

Dark chocolate increases attention and alertness while improving blood flow, according to a new study.

There is some good news for the chocolate lovers out there: a new study carried out by researchers from Northern Arizona University reveals that the intake of dark chocolate with at least 60 percent cacao could be the key to improving attention and alertness and get you through the afternoon slump. Read more

Eat Spinach to Stay Sharp

A study found that eating just two helpings of spinach daily takes eleven years off your brain age.

It has long been known as the vegetable that gave Popeye his bulging muscles. But spinach may also be good for the brain.

A study found that pensioners who regularly ate spinach and other leafy greens stayed sharper for longer.

And there was no need to eat bowls and bowls of the stuff.

Men and women who had just one or two helpings a day had the brainpower of people 11 years younger. Read more

11 Common Drugs That Destroy Your Brain

Are you taking any of these common over-the-counter and prescription drugs that Christina Sarich says destroy your brain?

You wouldn’t think that taking a little pain pill would cause long term cognitive impairment, but that’s just one of the commonly prescribed (or even OTC) pharmaceutical medications which were studied in a six-year test to see what kind of neurological damage was caused. Unfortunately, the research found that these pharmaceuticals, commonly taken for a variety of common medical conditions including insomnia, allergies, or incontinence, cause long-term damage to the brain. The findings point to a class of drugs called anticholinergics, which block acetylcholine, a nervous system neurotransmitter. Read more

Learning a Second Language Staves Off Cognitive Decline

Instead of playing "brain games" to stave off age-related cognitive decline, why not keep your brain young  by learning something new?

Do you speak more than one language? If so, you could be less likely to suffer from age-related cognitive decline, as reported by recent research. If you don’t speak another language, don’t worry; it’s never too late to learn! Read more