Dark Chocolate Boosts Memory

DIET NEWS - ARTICLE & VIDEO:

New studies show dark chocolate improves memory & mood, boosts immunity and reduces stress as well as inflammation.

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Drinking Enough Fluids in Dementia

SUMMER ALERT:

With dementia, some people may lose their sense of thirst, making dehydration more than just a simple summertime danger. To further complicate matters, certain medicines make it essential to have plenty of fluids. Use this checklist of 9 ways to stay hydrated.

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Sugar and Dementia

VIDEO + ARTICLE:

Researchers studied 17 levels of sugar in people & found a direct connection between sugar & dementia. See the results and read about their conclusions.

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15 Mealtime Tips in Dementia

DINING & DEMENTIA:

While people with dementia often eat ordinary food, mealtime can still be highly challenging. Check out these 15 practical tips for making mealtimes easier and more enjoyable.

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Can Diet Clear the Vascular Problems in Alzheimer's?

VIDEO:

Our vascular system pipes blood to brain cells. Disruptions to that blood supply can aggravate Alzheimer's or vascular dementia, and even help cause them. See Dr. Greger describe the power of healthy foods to clear the brain's vascular system.

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Caffeine & Alzheimer's: Protects Before, Problems After

DIET:

Years of good research suggested caffeine lowers the risk of getting dementia. Now, top researchers uncovered a subtle twist - evidence that AFTER dementia kicks in, continuing to drink caffeine may exert opposite effects. Get the details.

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Top 10 Fruits to Prevent Stroke

VIDEO + ARTICLE:

Eat your way to good health. 200 grams of fruit per day achieves a 32% cut in stroke risk. (Stroke is a cause of vascular dementia.) Watch this video on the "Top-10" brain-healthy fruit. Read what 19 years of research reveals about the brain-benefits of fruit.

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Rehydration for Dementia

TEDx VIDEO:

Lewis Hornby had a problem: his grandmother with dementia wasn’t drinking enough, causing her to get severely dehydrated. See his sweet, and potentially life-saving, solution, which received multiple awards for design engineering and social impact.

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Alzheimer's Mealtime: Eat Together to Eat Well

FOOD:

With dementia, it's not just what you eat - it's also how and where! Learn more...

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Why Mediterranean Diets REALLY Matter in Alzheimer's

DIET VIDEO:

There’s been an explosion of research on the Mediterranean diet recently. Higher adherence to this diet is clearly associated with less risk of getting Alzheimer's, as well as lower mortality for people who already have Alzheimer's. Get the facts.

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Diet & Activities Help Declining Brains "Bounce Back"

DIET + COGNITIVE + PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Lifestyle changes can help improve cognition in older adults experiencing cognitive decline that precedes dementia, researchers find. Find out more.

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Less Sugar, More Memory

VIDEO + ARTICLE

Healthy? Normal blood sugar? No diabetes? Even so, find out how the more sugar you eat, the less memory you get.

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Caffeine Boosts Dementia-Fighting Enzyme

DIET VIDEO + ARTICLE:

Caffeine increases the enzyme called NMNAT2 in the brain. This creates a chemical 'blockade' against dementia. Learn how caffeine and 23 other compounds can protect you.

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Familiar Eating Routines for Dementia

Familiar routines, rituals, and food choices can be adapted to the day-to-day needs of a person with dementia. Learn how.

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How to Use Coconut Oil for Dementia

DIET VIDEO: The jury is out on coconut oil for dementia. Many institutions remain skeptical, while others cautiously review clinical trials. In the meantime, people who don't have time to wait are asking about it. Here's a practical video based on the current literature. (This video does not contain medical advice. Always ask your doctor before using coconut oil for dementia.)

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In the Kitchen with Alzheimer's

DEMENTIA TIPS VIDEO:

"Hey, Mom, let's cook!" The kitchen can still be a source of busy activity in early dementia. Watch tips from Caregiving 101.

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100 Simple Tips to Prevent Alzheimer's & Memory Loss

VIDEO & ARTICLE - BOOK OF THE WEEK:

CNN's former medical correspondent has written a book on dementia containing "100 Simple Things You Can Do to Prevent Alzheimer's and Age-Related Memory Loss". Backed by good science, see the author discuss a few of these "100 Simple Things" that help preserve thinking and memory.

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Eating Together Fights Dementia by Lifting Nutrition Levels

VIDEO FROM BETTY CROCKER'S KITCHEN:

44% of seniors lack good nutrition, even when the right foods are available. Why? One reason is 1 in 5 seniors feeling lonely at mealtime. The people seniors join at mealtime effects what they eat and how they eat. See how to create a healthy mealtime experience.

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Eating Healthy at 50? You've Got a 90% Lower Risk of Dementia

Nobody's diet is based on a single food. So scientists studied the effects of entire dietary patterns on dementia over 14 years. The astonishing results showed that those who ate the healthiest diet at the average age of 50 had an almost 90% lower risk of dementia. Learn what went into these diets.

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Pecans, The Brain-Healthy Gift

PRODUCT OF THE WEEK:

Pecans provide neurological protection and make a great snack. They rank among nature's richest sources of Alzheimer's-fighting antioxidants. Natural pecan gift packages are easy to get at your local store or from Amazon.com .

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