Marijuana can reverse memory loss and improve cognitive skills
The study could pave the way for slowing brain ageing or treating dementia in humans.
May 09, 2017, 23:52 PM ISTGene mutation may speed up memory loss in Alzheimer's patients
According to researchers, people with Alzheimer's risk, who have the gene mutation called the BDNF Val66Met allele, or the Met allele may have a more rapid decline of memory and thinking skills.
May 05, 2017, 00:37 AM ISTYou thought sugary soft drinks were bad? Diet soda could be worse! - This is why
Both sugary and diet drinks correlated with accelerated brain ageing, according to the findings published in two separate studies.
Apr 21, 2017, 16:04 PM ISTReversing ageing: Elderly need as much sleep as younger people to turn back the clock
Similarly, researchers say that older people need as much sleep as those who are younger in order to turn back their clock on ageing.
Apr 06, 2017, 09:10 AM ISTThis test can show if you're at risk of dementia
Chances are that you might end your days slipping into dementia, but now, a recent study hassuggested that it`s possible to detect the onset of early memory loss.
Mar 17, 2017, 01:00 AM ISTEpisodes of low blood pressure in middle age associated with cognitive decline, dementia later!
The findings suggest that these temporary episodes – known as orthostatic hypotension – may cause lasting damage, possibly because they reduce needed blood flow to the brain.
Mar 12, 2017, 23:22 PM ISTMen, beware! Using cocaine at the time of conceiving could put your son at risk of memory loss
Further, cocaine use in dads caused epigenetic changes in the brain of their sons, thereby changing the expression of genes important for memory formation.
Feb 27, 2017, 21:31 PM ISTBrain health: Five tips that will boost your memory power
Here are some simple tips and tricks to sharpen your brain and thinking power.
Feb 16, 2017, 12:07 PM ISTHeading balls may put you at dementia risk
A study suggested that evidence of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a potential cause of dementia, has been found in the brains of former association football (soccer) players.
Feb 15, 2017, 12:09 PM ISTAlzheimer's disease: Meditation, music may help reverse early memory loss in older adults
For the study, researchers analysed 60 older adults who were assigned to either a beginner meditation (Kirtan Kriya) or music listening programme and asked to practice 12 minutes/day for 12 weeks.
Jan 23, 2017, 12:47 PM ISTThese superfoods help prevent Alzheimer's disease!
Alzheimer is a disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions.
Jan 09, 2017, 14:36 PM ISTHere's why women have sharper memory than men!
Memory loss is a well-documented consequence of the ageing process.
Nov 10, 2016, 11:22 AM ISTMiddle-aged women have better memory than men: Study
When it comes to better memory skills, the fairer sex seems to score more than men, researchers have found.
Nov 09, 2016, 15:31 PM ISTMemory loss not only indicant in Alzheimer's diagnosis
Researchers should not rely on the clinical symptoms of memory loss alone to diagnose Alzheimer's disease because there could be other indicants of the neurodegenerative disease that do not initially affect memory, says a new study.
Sep 15, 2016, 00:40 AM ISTSleep deprivation may lead to memory loss
It has been proposed earlier that changes in the connectivity between synapses - structures that allow neurons to pass signals to each other - can affect memory.
Aug 25, 2016, 12:20 PM ISTAcupuncture may cure pre-dementia symptoms
The researchers trawled Western and Chinese research databases for relevant trials comparing acupuncture and medical treatment that had been published up to July 2015.
Aug 07, 2016, 10:05 AM ISTRegular exercise keeps brain active, reduces risk of dementia!
One should always indulge in physical activities as it will help them stay fit, energetic and also lead a healthy lifestyle.
Jun 03, 2016, 16:17 PM ISTStart doing yoga, meditation to reduce risk of Alzheimer's disease
A new research suggests that doing yoga and meditation regularly could be a simple, safe and low-cost solution to improving brain fitness.
May 11, 2016, 18:25 PM ISTDepressed oldies can be at dementia risk
The study further reveals that conditions associated with dementia such as memory loss and impairment of two brain functions may also follow.
May 01, 2016, 21:05 PM IST