Why Brain Iron Buildup Concerns Dementia Research

Key Takeaways Brain Iron & Cell Injury Iron In Brain Tissue Iron supports energy production inside brain cells and helps several enzymes do their work. It also supports oxygen use and the production of important brain chemicals. Healthy brain tissue keeps iron under close control so it stays in safe forms and safe places. Loss … Read more

Alzheimer’s Disease Symptoms Causes & Treatment

Key Takeaways Alzheimer’s Disease Basics Slow Brain Change Alzheimer’s disease is a slow brain disease that damages memory, thinking and daily function. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults. Dementia means loss of thinking ability that becomes strong enough to affect normal life, work, safety or self care (1). The disease … Read more

Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Key Takeaways Early Signs Smell Parkinson’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects movement, sleep, mood, and body control over time. Early changes often begin long before diagnosis, and many of those first signs do not look like a movement problem at all. Loss of smell, constipation, low mood, and dream enactment during sleep … Read more

Dementia Causes, Symptoms & Management

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Key Takeaways Symptoms Early Brain Changes Dementia usually starts with small changes that people may explain away as normal aging. You may notice Dementia means these changes begin to interfere with daily life, work, money, cooking, driving or basic self care (1, 2). Mood & Behavior Mood changes can show up before clear memory loss. … Read more