(Natural News) Bill Gates recently disclosed that his father has Alzheimer’s disease. Gates also announced that his father’s illness inspired him to donate a staggering $100 million towards Alzheimer’s disease research. But, as is typical of Bill Gates, his motives are not as altruistic as they may seem. The billionaire businessman admits that his donations […]

(Natural News) Many dread getting older. The loss of vitality, mobility and even loved ones is a daunting prospect, and what makes it even more frightening is the possibility that one could develop Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia. Someone is diagnosed with this condition every three seconds, and a third of all seniors […]

(Natural News) It might go against common sense for a senior citizen to start – or resume – pumping iron at his or her advanced age. But Irish researchers are recommending that elderly people lift weights and take protein powders so that they can avoid the crippling effects of infirmity. People are living longer lives thanks to a […]

(Natural News) As you age, you need to be more careful about your health. According to a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, the best way to maintain your overall well-being is to follow the Mediterranean diet. This particular diet can benefit everyone, especially the elderly. Why is the Mediterranean diet good for […]

(Natural News) You do not need nootropic substances to improve your attention, memory, and productivity. There are all-natural mental strategies that can strengthen your brain functions on a daily basis without resorting to so-called “smart drugs” or other special treatments. Some of these memory enhancement strategies will work within hours or even minutes. By taking […]

(Natural News) Despite the medical advances in the last few years, there is still no definitive cure for dementia. That’s why it’s best to prevent it from happening in the first place. According to an Australian study, following a low-protein, high-carbohydrate (LPHC) diet can help boost brain function in mice. Researchers believe that these findings could one […]

(Natural News) Taking up mind-body exercises – for instance, ballroom dancing or tai chi – could help maintain the health of your brain and your body during the later years of your life. This regimen was supported by the results of a new study, in which exercises that involve both mental and physical activities raised the […]

(Natural News) A recently published study refuted the long-standing belief that the aging process will slow down or even stop once a person has reached a certain age. Instead, it declared that there is no such thing as an “aging plateau” – people were going to continue getting older as the years went by. Researchers came up with […]

(Natural News) A study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine investigates the protective effects of the gardenia fruit (Gardenia jasminoides) against cognitive impairment and neurotoxicity on amyloid-beta-induced mouse models. Alzheimer’s disease is a prevalent neurodegenerative disease worldwide, yet its exact causes have not been fully explained in scientific data. Some of the recognized key drivers […]

(Natural News) Muscles tend to degenerate with age, which leads to a debilitating condition known as sarcopenia. Fortunately, a study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that light coffee drinking can help protect against sarcopenia, particularly in men. In women, they found that heavy consumption of coffee can increase the risk of obesity. Carried out […]