brain health

Mediterranean Diet Protects Our Brains

Posted Thu, 02/18/2010 - 10:06am by Fred Lee

If you are deciding whether or not to eat a healthier diet, then you might want to consider the following: researchers have found that a Mediterranean diet was associated with a decreased chance of having brain infarcts, which are small areas of dead brain tissue that result from lack of blood to the specific area. It can lead to thinking problems as well as speech impediment and memory diminishment. The most common form of brain infarction is a stroke.

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Health News, Aging

Keeping The Brain Healthy

Posted Sun, 11/22/2009 - 8:38pm by Tisha Tolar

Can’t remember where you left your car keys? Having a hard time concentrating at work? New research shows there are ways to increase mental clarity as we age. More and more Americans are living longer and the ability to stay sharp as we age will continue to be a concern.

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