For people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and those attempting to adhere to a health AD diet, eating out can be quite a challenge. Even if you eat at restaurants that offer a wide variety of foods that…
Tips for Eating a Healthy Alzheimer's Prevention Diet When Dining Out
Published April 15, 2017
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10 Tips for a Safe Easter Holiday with a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease
Published April 12, 2017
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Holidays are a busy time of year for most people, but If you have a loved one in the family with Alzheimer’s disease, the holidays can present themselves with additional challenges. Many people feel a…
Alzheimer's Universe is Awarded one of Top 5 Alzheimer's Blogs by Medical News Today
Published April 06, 2017
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The contributors of Alzheimer’s Universe are pleased to announce that the online publication “Medical News Today” deemed AlzU.org one of 5 top blogs on Alzheimer’s disease (AD). About Medical New Today…
Tips on Tax Laws for Alzheimer's Caregivers
Published April 04, 2017
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With tax season upon us, it’s a good time to give a shout out to those who perform paid in-home services for people with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Tax laws for care recipients and paid caregivers can…
Nootropics: Can a Pill Boost Cognition and Make You Smarter?
Published April 01, 2017
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A new company called Nootrobox is marketing an idea that the simply taking a pill may make you smarter while purportedly improving one’s energy level, memory, stamina, resilience, clarity and more. The…
Quick Alzheimer's Prevention Pearl: Can a Daily Walk Promote Brain Health?
Published March 31, 2017
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AD Wisdom Pearl #1 Exercise and other types of physical activities have very positive effects on overall health (such as cardiovascular health, preventing obesity and more). Epidemiological studies have…
Quick Alzheimer's Prevention Pearl: Studies Show Depression may Increase the Risk of Alzheimer's Disease
Published March 28, 2017
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AD Pearl of Wisdom #2 Studies have shown a connection between depression (in later life) and the acceleration of cognitive decline. In fact, adults with chronic depression have been identified as having…
Quick Alzheimer's Prevention Pearl: Study Shows Regular Exercise May Protect Against Depression in Alzheimer's Disease
Published March 25, 2017
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AD Pearl of Wisdom #3 Depression is common in those with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). One study, conducted by The International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry (published on PubMed) looked at 224 people…
5 Things Back Pain May be Trying to Tell Alzheimer's Caregivers
Published March 19, 2017
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If you care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you may be interested in learning about what your back pain is trying to tell you. Back problems are a common malady for caregivers, as many are…
New Berkeley Study Reveals Restorative Sleep may be One Way to Fight Alzheimer's Disease
Published March 11, 2017
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Regardless of the stage of the disease a person with Alzheimer’s is experiencing, sleep disorders may be interfering with more than just a good night’s rest. Scientists are beginning to discover that…
