New data from a long term study shows that brain shrinkage as we age is not the norm (it’s a sign of dementia). In the 90+ years old population, the likelihood of having dementia is 45% for women, 28% for men. –3healthymonkeys
Posts Tagged ‘Brain’
The Case Of The Shrinking Brain
Posted in General, tagged Aging, Brain, Dementia on September 8, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Use It Or Lose It
Posted in General, tagged Aging, Brain, Education, Mental Health, Research on August 17, 2009 |
Is it possible to have Alzheimer’s disease without the crippling mental deficits? Apparently yes, if you’ve done enough mental gymnastics to strengthen the brain. –3healthymonkeys
The Complexity Of Appetite Control And What It Means For Your Health
Posted in General, tagged Brain, Research on August 8, 2009 |
A study shows that the body’s appetite control system is more complicated than previously thought. What are the implications for your health? –3healthymonkeys
From the Glass to the Brain in 6 Minutes
Posted in General, tagged Alcohol, Binge Drinking, Brain on June 15, 2009 |
Alcohol hits the brain quickly, according to the latest research from Germany. –3healthymonkeys
