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Dementia

All I Want for Christmas is Fish Oil

by laurel on December 18, 2007

ScienceDaily.com says new studies show fish oil increases the level of the protein in your body that prevents amyloid formation. Amyloid is the “tell-tale protein” found in Alzeheimer’s Disease. Researchers say a common form of Alzheimer’s is caused by genetic and environmental risks that increase the buildup of amyloid protein, forming lesions on the brain. [...]

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“These are a Few of My Favorite Things”

by laurel on May 10, 2007

BrainReady.com lists their top five brain health foods. You may begin to wonder why some of these wonderful foods get mentioned on my site over and over. The answer is simple. They are so healthy, beneficial, and healing for our bodies. Food Health Attributes Brain Health Benefits Wild Salmon essential fatty acids, animal protein, low [...]

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Study Shows Vegetables Preserve Brain Function, Protect From Memory Loss

by laurel on March 2, 2007

HeraldNet.com reports that new research from Chicago’s Rush University Medical Center found that eating vegetables helps preserve brain function and protects your brain from age-related memory loss and dementia. The researchers found that spinach, kale, and collards had the best benefit. Zucchini, summer squash, broccoli, eggplant, lettuce, and tossed salad were also listed as particularly [...]

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