Researchers from the University of Central Florida have discovered previously unknown findings that may be useful in developing a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is one of the leading ailments in the elderly that scientists are trying to develop a cure for. Nutritional supplements such as vitamins B6 and B12 may help lower the risk factor by blocking the high levels of homocysteine.

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Older individuals may want to consider taking nutritional supplements such as Ginkgo Biloba, which doctors believe can help with memory retention, as a new study is suggesting that the neurological disease, dementia, could potentially become an epidemic among the elderly.

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It may be a good idea for the elderly to take nutritional supplements like vitamin E and lutein to keep their eye health in check, as a new study is suggesting that untreated vision problems could potentially lead to dementia.

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Scientists have discovered that a protein that controls weight and appetite may also help prevent Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Patients with higher leptin levels had a significantly lower risk of developing the debilitating disorder, according to a study found in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

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Individuals may want to begin taking nutritional supplements such as magnesium to improve their brain power, as a new study is suggesting that people with poor memories may be at a higher risk for suffering a stroke.

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For women who are suffering from extra weight around the middle, which may be a result of estrogen dominance, there may be an increased risk of developing dementia later in life. According to a new study found in Neurology, even though having excess stomach weight increases one’s risk of a fatal heart attack or stroke, those who manage to live past 70 years have a greater chance of suffering from dementia.

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A new study suggests that the nutritional supplement magnesium can help boost an individual’s brain power.

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Blueberries are considered to be a super fruit for their numerous health benefits. Containing nutritional supplements like vitamin C, vitamin E and fiber, blueberries can help symptoms of urinary tract infections and varicose veins.

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A new study conducted by Danish scientists has found that vitamin C-deficient babies may be at a higher risk for mental development and memory problems. A team of researchers from the Faculty of Life Sciences at the University of Copenhagen showed that guinea pigs with moderate vitamin C deficiency develop 30 percent fewer hippocampal neurons and have significantly worse spatial memory than animals fed a normal diet.

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A new report finds the number of people suffering from Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia is on the rise across the world. The research, released by the group Alzheimer’s Disease International, which is a nonprofit federation of more than 70 national groups, says more than 35 million people across the globe are currently suffering from these diseases.

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A new study has found that certain sounds in your sleep can enhance memories when you wake up.

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Polyphenols found in red wine have already been found to lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, and now scientists are looking for ways to maximize the value of their delivery. One such study, conducted by a team from Purdue University and Mount Sinai School of Medicine, showed that on the 10th consecutive day of feeding, the amount of polyphenols from grape seed extract that reaches a rat’s brain can be 200 percent higher than on the first day.

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A new study has found that seniors following a Mediterranean-type diet and who are physically active may be cutting their risk of developing neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD).

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American, Canadian and British researchers have found that a high protein diet may shrink the brain and contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s disease.

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Many consider memory problems in older people to be an initial symptom of Alzheimer’s disease. But a new study suggests a decline in other cognitive skills can be an indicator years before diagnosis.

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