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The MIND diet is a dietary plan designed to promote brain health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease. Its name is an acronym for “Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay”, combining aspects of the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension). Here’s a breakdown of what it emphasizes: 1....[ Read More... ]

1. Major U.S. Study: Multi‑Domain Lifestyle Works A recent U.S. clinical trial involving over 2,100 adults aged 60–79 showed that a structured lifestyle program - combining regular exercise, the MIND diet, brain-training, and social engagement - helped participants think cognitively up to two years younger than expected. The group doing the structured intervention did better than...[ Read More... ]

Common over-the-counter medications like Benadryl and Tylenol PM contain anticholinergic drugs that may increase dementia risk with long-term use. Learn the science, risks, and safer alternatives.It’s a common scenario: you grab an over-the-counter (OTC) medication to relieve allergies, fall asleep faster, or treat cold symptoms. While these products offer quick relief, many contain a class...[ Read More... ]

Dark chocolate, a chocoholic's dream, has been touted for its health benefits thanks to its rich antioxidant content. But recent news has cast a shadow on this indulgence, raising concerns about lead and cadmium lurking within those delicious squares.The Culprits: Lead and CadmiumCadmium: This sneaky metal accumulates in the body over time, damaging the kidneys and bones (osteoporosis)....[ Read More... ]

If you use your cell phone for 17 minutes a day for 10 years, it is associated with a 60% increase in brain tumor risk accroding to reasearch by Joel Moskowitz, director of the UC Berkeley Center for Family and Community Health.Moskowitz published his study in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, showing that cell phone radiation can increase the risk...[ Read More... ]

The issue was borrowing a pair of eclipse glasses that turned out to be fake, not providing the proper protection for her eyes.  As 26-year-old Nia Payne told TODAY, "The glasses seemed normal and I looked at the sky. I looked like everyone else”.  30 seconds of looking at the solar eclipse and about 6 hours later she noticed a black spot had formed in the middle of her left...[ Read More... ]

California Department of Public Health (CDPH):"Although the science is still evolving, there are concerns among some public health professionals and members of the public regarding long-term, high use exposure to the energy emitted by cell phones," said CDPH Director and State Public Health Officer Dr. Karen Smith. "We know that simple steps, such as not keeping your phone in your pocket and...[ Read More... ]

Good job for Dr. David Hawk, a foot doctor in Tennessee, who saved the life of an elderly man, coming in for toenail clipping, who suffered a heart attack:Tennessee Foot and Ankle Clinic, LENOIR CITYHe takes care of everything from ingrown toenails to ankle and foot surgeries, but a regular visit for one man almost became his last.“I was calling his name out yelling, ‘Come on!...[ Read More... ]

On Thursday the billionaire owner of Insys Therapeutics was arrested and charged for bribing doctors and committing insurance fraud for the illegal distribution of Subsys, a Fentanyl under-the-tongue spray, meant for cancer patients.  Federal charges include: racketeering, conspiracy to commit fraud, and conspiracy to violate the Anti-Kickback law.The indictment:"As alleged, these executives...[ Read More... ]

Los Angeles study.  Dr. Mohab Ibrahim and Rajesh Khanna tested green LED lights and white LED lights on a small sample of people with chronic migraines.  Participants in the trial were asked to starte at the lights for 1-2 hours a day over a 10 week period.  The green lights proved to be succssful, reducing migraine pain 40 to 50 percent.Participant Debi Lesneski:"It was one...[ Read More... ]