Binge drinking and risk of dementia
Studies on the effects of alcohol consumption on cognitive function of the brain have produced conflicting results. Some studies show an association of alcohol consumption of light to moderate (3-4 drinks / day) with a reduced risk of cognitive decline and dementia, while other studies have not found any association. However, we found an association [...]
Fish and risk of dementia
Fish consumption and risk of dementia
Previous studies have shown that fish consumption was associated with lower risk of developing dementia and stroke. Fish is a direct source of omega 3 fatty acids, a type of polyunsaturated fat that has been associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer disease and cognitive impairment by their protective properties [...]
The risk of dementia, unstoppable
Although in recent years, advances in medicine have been observed increases in life expectancy and improvements in many areas of health, yet there are major increases in certain diseases under age. Dementia and severe cognitive impairment are among the disorders that appear with age, both in incidence (number of new cases) and prevalence (overlapping cases).