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Bone density scans

Can Bone Density Scans Predict Dementia?

POSTED ON: July 20, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Bone density scans may be an indicator of a future dementia diagnosis. Dementia is a difficult illness for the afflicted loved one and their loved ones. It can cause concern over safety if the person forgets whether medications have already been taken. Dementia can also pain the heart if loved ones have trouble remembering family […]
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Long-term care insurance

Can I Guarantee Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits?

POSTED ON: July 11, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
People should research long-term care insurance options prior to making a purchase. Insurance is helpful in a variety of situations. It helps protect large financial investments like a home or car. People also utilize insurance to help pay for medical expenses. According to a recent Yahoo Finance article titled “What Happens if You Don't Use […]
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Walking speed and dementia

Can How I Walk Predict Dementia?

POSTED ON: July 7, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
How fast people walk may be a sign of dementia. Many children, adolescents, and adults take walking for granted. It is a skill often stumbled into during the first two years of life. Although some people never have this ability, those who are able to walk may notice a change in their gate as they […]
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Vitamin D

Should I Take Vitamin D to Ward Off Dementia?

POSTED ON: July 6, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Healthy doses of vitamin D may ward off dementia. The human body requires a delicate balance of vitamins and minerals. These work together to aid the functioning of cells in muscles, nerves, and other tissue. As the control center of the body, the vitamins and minerals are essential to the functioning of the brain. According […]
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Diabetes

Can Diabetes Increase My Risk of Dementia?

POSTED ON: June 24, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Diabetes can raise the risk of dementia more than four-fold, according to new research.
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Games to support brain health

What Games Keep My Mind Sharp as I Age?

POSTED ON: June 23, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
It's never too late to benefit from taking up this type of activity.
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Dementia

Are There Any Links Between Dementia and Certain Medicines?

POSTED ON: June 15, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Controversy regarding the purported link between the use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) or histamine H2 receptor antagonists (H2RAs) and risk for dementia continues.
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Symptoms of dementia

What Conditions Mimic Dementia Symptoms?

POSTED ON: June 6, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Sometimes common dementia symptoms occur without the presence of the disease. Aging brings a lot of changes and challenges. Many families fear their loved ones will develop dementia or Alzheimer’s. Every confused moment or lapse of focus and memory appears to confirm these worst fears. I have experienced a few myself, just this morning. Yikes! […]
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Pets and dementia

How Can Owning Pets Improve My Brain Health?

POSTED ON: June 4, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Having pets may help prevent dementia. Dementia is not uncommon. The CDC estimates 5.8 million Americans currently live with the disease. These numbers are expected to rise as well. According to a recent Best Life article titled “Having One of These at Home Helps Prevent Dementia, New Study Says,” the prevalence has led to an […]
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Sleep and dementia

Can Poor Sleep Lead to Dementia?

POSTED ON: May 31, 2022 BY: Kyle Krull
Getting the right amount of sleep is important to overall health. Sleep patterns change throughout life. Different stages of development require different amounts of sleep or even different times for rest. Babies are asleep for most of the day. Eventually, young children grow to dislike naps. Teenagers are notorious for staying up late and waking […]
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