Tag: Dementia
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High-fat Cheese and Cream Linked to Lower Dementia Risk, Swedish Study Finds
New findings from a long-term Swedish study A large, long-running study in Sweden tracked almost 28,000 adults for 25 years to explore whether dairy fat intake affects dementia risk. The researchers found a potential protective association between high-fat dairy products—particularly cheeses like cheddar and gouda, as well as high-fat cream—and a lower likelihood of developing…
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High-fat Cheese and Cream May Lower Dementia Risk, Swedish Study Finds
New Swedish study links high-fat dairy to potential dementia risk reduction A long-term Swedish study involving nearly 28,000 adults suggests that consuming high-fat dairy products, particularly high-fat cheeses like cheddar and gouda, and high-fat cream may be associated with a lower risk of developing dementia over time. The researchers tracked participants for about 25 years,…
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Parent or Grandparent Has Dementia? Specialists Reveal 6 Daily Routines to Dramatically Reduce Anxiety
Understanding the Need for Routine in Dementia Care Dementia disrupts memory, communication, and daily independence. For many families, anxiety—both for the caregiver and the person with dementia—can rise as uncertainty grows. Experts say that a predictable, soothing routine offers essential grounding, reduces triggers, and fosters a sense of safety. Implementing six practical routines can dramatically…
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Six daily routines to dramatically reduce anxiety for loved ones with dementia
Introduction: Why routines matter for dementia-related anxiety Dementia disrupts the ability to predict the day, which can heighten anxiety for both the person living with dementia and their caregivers. Experts say that predictable schedules, familiar personal care, and a proactive plan to identify agitation triggers can provide essential grounding. Establishing structured days helps reduce confusion,…
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Concordia Researchers Identify Key Marker Linking CAD to Cognitive Decline
New findings connect heart disease to brain health Researchers at Concordia University have identified a promising biomarker that helps explain why coronary artery disease (CAD) is often followed by cognitive challenges. The study, conducted by a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, neurologists, and epidemiologists, analyzed blood markers, imaging data, and cognitive assessments from a diverse group…
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Concordia researchers identify key marker linking coronary artery disease to cognitive decline
New insight into how heart health shapes brain function Concordia researchers have identified a potential biomarker that links coronary artery disease (CAD) to cognitive decline, offering a possible explanation for why some individuals with heart disease experience faster cognitive aging or dementia. While CAD has long been associated with strokes and vascular-related cognitive impairment, the…
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UK Charity Amplifies Voices: Original Music by People Living with Dementia at Glyndebourne
Preserving Voice, Inspiring Hope In a landmark collaboration between psychology, music therapy, and performance art, a UK charity is recording original music created by people living with dementia. The project, staged at the famed Glyndebourne opera house, transforms the stage once graced by opera legends into a space where memory, creativity, and voice converge. The…
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When voices rise: UK charity records original music by people living with dementia at Glyndebourne
A Stage Where Memory Meets Music In a setting many know for opera legends and dazzling performances, a remarkable project is giving a microphone to memory itself. A UK charity has brought together people living with dementia to compose and record their original songs at the famed Glyndebourne opera house. This initiative not only celebrates…
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UK Charity Lets People Living with Dementia Write and Record Their Own Songs
Music from the heart: a charity helps people living with dementia write and record their own songs In a memorable collaboration that blends heritage, care, and creativity, a UK charity is helping people living with dementia compose and record their own songs. The project, hosted at the famed Glyndebourne opera house, brings together participants, musicians,…
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The Disturbing Connection Between Loneliness and Dementia
Understanding the Link Between Loneliness and Dementia As people age, physical frailty often becomes more obvious: slower movement, longer recovery from falls, and weakened muscles. But another, more subtle form of weakness can emerge—social frailty. When connections to friends, family, and community fade, older adults may experience loneliness that quietly threatens cognitive health. Growing evidence…