Insulin resistance in brain contributes to cognitive decline in Alzheimer's

Sunday, March 25th, 2012

Washington, March 24 (ANI): A new study has found that insulin resistance in the brain precedes and contributes to cognitive decline above and beyond other known causes of Alzheimer's disease.

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Alzheimer’s damage may begin at a young age, study finds

Friday, May 13th, 2011

Alzheimer’s disease research has shifted to looking for the earliest signs and symptoms of the disease process. A new study has found evidence of early brain damage in some young people at increased risk for the disease.

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Alzheimer’s research shows alcohol can delay dementia

Sunday, February 20th, 2011

Research has found that alcohol is an anti-inflammatory (inflammation promotes Alzheimer’s) and raises good HDL cholesterol, which helps ward off dementia.

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Alzheimer’s Therapy Focuses on Care

Saturday, January 1st, 2011

A Phoenix nursing home has found that unlimited chocolate, and other comforts, go a long way in reducing patients’ distress.

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