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POSTED September 29, 2011 - 17:22 | POSTED BY Yasser Ali

Dementia patients, laughter evolves as a new best medicine --study

New research has demonstrated that laughter can be clinically beneficial for those suffering from dementia.

The study spanned a period of three years, and surveyed over 30 nursing homes and 400 residents.

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POSTED June 24, 2011 - 03:53 | POSTED BY Silky Chandvani

Mystery ingredient in coffee may help fight Alzheimer's

Wary of developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease in old age? Grab your cup of hot coffee, as it can prevent or delay the onset of debilitating condition, a new study published in the 'Journal of Alzheimer's Disease' states.

The study, carried out by researchers at the University of South Florida on mice suggests an unknown compound present in coffee interacts with caffeine to help protect against the memory-robbing disease.

This interaction boosts blood levels of critical growth factor GCSF (granulocyte colony stimulating factor) which researchers believe can fight Alzheimer's disease (AD).

POSTED June 10, 2011 - 03:45 | POSTED BY Silky Chandvani

Exercise may prevent strokes in older people--study

Seniors who engage in moderate to intense exercise daily could be cutting their risk of ‘silent strokes,’ that are the first sign of cerebrovascular disease, by 40 percent, new study findings report.

“These ‘silent strokes’ are more significant than the name implies, because they have been associated with an increased risk of falls and impaired mobility, memory problems and even dementia, as well as stroke,” study author Joshua Z. Willey from the Columbia University in New York, said.

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