If you are a coffee lover who enjoys attending various concerts and spending time on Netflix, you may be at increased risk for a common brain disorder. Scientists warn that certain seemingly harmless habits can cause the brain to age prematurely, with the chance of developing dementia increasing as you engage in other, everyday habits. … Read more
England brothers Jack and Bobby Charlton, who recently won the World Cup, are among a host of famous footballers suffering from dementia – Getty Images/Bob Thomas Families of former footballers with dementia have faced ‘unconscionable’ delays in deciding their occupational disease claim, amid concerns over potential conflicts of interest. It comes as the funder of … Read more
Prof Peter Garrard (right) with his parents Every time he hears the comment: “You can’t do anything for someone with Alzheimer’s disease,” Prof. Peter Garrard becomes frustrated. “I immediately think: ‘Keep those people away from my patients,’” he says. “My goal is to treat a person with dementia with dignity and respect. It is not … Read more
Patel-Dunn is a psychiatrist. A growing body of evidence links the consumption of unhealthy and ultra-processed foods to an increase in mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. A 2022 study found that the more ultra-processed foods a participant consumed, the more likely they were to report anxiety and depression. Other studies have linked … Read more
Most people know which foods to avoid for a healthy heart. But do you often think about the food you eat and how it affects the brain? It has been scientifically proven that nutrition can influence brain health. “The brain represents about 2% of our body weight, but consumes about 20% of all our calories,” … Read more
Following the Mediterranean diet as one ages appears to reduce the risk of cognitive decline, according to another study – one scientist says it’s the strongest evidence yet of its benefits. Researchers from the University of Barcelona in Spain followed nearly 850 French citizens over the age of 65 for more than a decade. The … Read more