Cognitive Decline

Joyce Hollman

‘Normal’ B12 levels linked to cognitive decline and stroke

Most people don’t worry much about their vitamin status. We let the experts set those levels. But are they getting it right? A high volume of brain lesions linked to stroke, cognitive decline and normal B12 levels casts doubt…

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

What happens when sleep aids clog the brain’s waste drain

When sleep problems creep up with age, some may turn to sleep aids. But a commonly used sleep drug clogs the plumbing of a little-known brain system, preventing the brain from clearing out toxic waste and potentially leading to cognitive decline.

Joyce Hollman

The price your brain pays for not taking vitamins

If you knew you could slow the cognitive decline of your brain by two whole years (participants did in just 3 years!) just by developing one simple habit, don’t you think it’s worth your while?

Joyce Hollman

How 43 years of eating meat affects your brain

Red meat. Talk about a love-hate relationship. Nothing new right? But it might be time to pay attention to what 43 years of data shows it can do to our risks for cognitive decline and dementia…

Carolyn Gretton

19 disease risks that disappear with one habit

A healthy lifestyle isn’t easy. But if you can commit to just one healthy habit, choose the one that lowers your risk of 19 chronic diseases, inlcluding heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Do nothing and watch those risks soar…

Virginia Tims-Lawson

Is green tea the holy grail for brain health?

Green tea has a reputation as a holy grail for preventing a plethora of conditions. But against those that steal your memories and cognitive abilities, the evidence seems to go both ways. Take the guesswork out of brain and memory support…