The impossible might soon become possible: there might be a treatment for patients suffering from memory loss caused by Alzheimer’s disease. A personalized therapeutic program that mixes medication, diet and lifestyle changes has proved useful in the case of this degenerative illness. According to a small study performed by a team at the Buck Institute, the Alzheimer’s symptoms can be … [Read more...]
Cold Virus Increase Memory Loss Risk while Sleeping Decreases
Recently, there were reports that a good night sleep will enhances memory power. The rational behind that is a state of unconscious mind will increase brain power, in turn increasing memory power. That was one of the method suggested for increasing memory power. However let us discuss what are the risks of losing memory? The next time you sneeze or cough then don’t take it easily as these mild … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s Disease Protein is Raised in Sleepless Nights Disorder
Depriving yourself from sleep can be disastrous for your health. A new research has found that sleepless nights could result in raising brain levels of Alzheimer’s protein. Scientists of the Netherlands, who conducted the study, said after a sleepless night even a healthy brain has higher than normal levels of the protein that forms the signature tangles in Alzheimer’s disease. “We think normal … [Read more...]
Alzheimer’s Treatment – Scientists erase, restore memories in Rats
In first of its kind of study, the researchers have successfully stimulated key nerve connections in the brains of rats using light. This has allowed them to erase certain memories and then restore them with a second type of light. Lead researcher Dr. Roberto Malinow of the University of California-San Diego, said, “The study is the first to show evidence that strengthened connections between … [Read more...]
Cochlear implants may lead to memory related woes in children
A new study has found that cochlear implants, that are intended to help deaf children, can up the problems related to conceptual learning, working memory and controlled attention by up to five times. According to the researchers, the children who need cochlear implants are likely to develop memory problems than those with normal hearing. A cochlear implant is an implanted device that helps … [Read more...]
Prolong exposure to solvents leads to losing your thinking ability and memory.
Did you spent your life doing paint jobs, painting the houses, building, bridges, cars etc. Are you suffering with memory problems? If yes, here is a reason why. A recent study gave us some insights on heavy exposure to solvents and benzene on people's thinking ability and memory. "What it shows is that these chemicals might have more long-term effects than have previously been thought, and … [Read more...]
Carotid Artery Disease Effects Nervous System Causes Memory loss
A new study has found that the narrowing of carotid arteries in the patients suffering from carotid artery disease signals the onset of memory and mental decline in them. Carotid artery can be classified into Common, External and Internal carotid arteries. Common carotid artery is often used for measuring the pulse. The arteries start contracting due to the built-up plaque along the inside … [Read more...]
Drinking not good for your memory, says researchers to middle-aged people
Here is a piece of bad news for those middle-aged men who love to consume alcohols. A new study has suggested that drinking more than two and a half drinks per day is bad for your memory power. The study says alcohol consumption accelerates memory loss by up to six years in middle-aged men. More than 36 grams of alcohol is enough for speeding up memory loss in middle-aged men, the … [Read more...]
