The Brain-Boosting MIND Diet – New Study Uncovers “Exciting” Improvement
The diet developed at RUSH is believed to help maintain brain health. New research highlights the importance of a long-term commitment to the MIND diet…
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Bodybuilding Supplement HMB May Help Protect Memory and Stave Off Alzheimer’s Disease
RUSH researchers found that HMB, a bodybuilding supplement, may help protect memory and prevent Alzheimer’s disease progression. Studies in mice have demonstrated its potential effectiveness…
New Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Expands Range of Potential Drugs
Cerebrovascular insulin receptors are defective in Alzheimer’s disease. A recent study published in the journal Brain conducted by Laval University and Rush University Medical Center…
40% of Older Adults: Newly Identified Form of Dementia Is Shockingly Common
A recent study indicates the prevalence of brain changes from limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy might be approximately 40% in older adults and as high as…
Alzheimer’s Disease and Daytime Napping Linked in New Research
Longer and more frequent napping was correlated with worse cognition. Could there be a connection between cognitive decline and excessive daytime napping? New research from…
“Cognitive Clock” – Researchers Develop New Measure of Brain Health
‘Cognitive clock’ may enable assessment of risk for memory and thinking problems. How old is your brain compared to your chronological age? A new measure…
Eating Unhealthy Foods May Diminish Positive Effects of an Otherwise Healthy Diet
Study by researchers at Rush University Medical Center finds adding more foods that are part of Western diet may reduce cognitive benefits of Mediterranean diet….
Pediatricians’ Campaign To Make Microwaves Safer for Children
New journal article recounts Rush pediatricians’ campaign to protect children from severe burns. A 15-year research and advocacy effort to make microwave ovens safer has…
New MIND Diet May Significantly Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
New research from Rush University Medical Center shows that the MIND diet could significantly lower a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. A new diet,…