Alzheimer's Expert Dharma S Khalsa, MD shares Alzheimer's management news and commentary at OurAlzheimers.com. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. (www.HealthCentral.com) is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949 http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949 http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/86136/brain-important Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:52:00 -0400 Dharma S Khalsa, MD I've just finished reading a pretty scientific article and want to share it with you. It highlights the importance of really focusing on taking care of your brain and not just your body. In the article, researchers uncovered an early disruption in the process of memory formation in people as they age who exhibit some early brain changes associated with Alzheimer's disease, but show little or no memory impairment. Pathology but no symptoms yet.... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/86136/brain-important http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/80526/forgetfulness Mon, 03 Aug 2009 12:12:00 -0400 Dharma S Khalsa, MD Startling new research from a Mayo Clinic study shows forgetfulness may be an early warning sign of Alzheimer's Disease - and not just a symptom of aging.     The Mayo Clinic study was organized by a group of researchers, including Dr. Walter Rocca. The study focused on tracking 1600 people who were in their 70s and 80s. The purpose of the study was to find what percentage of the participants would develop Mild Cognitive Impairment... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/80526/forgetfulness http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/76158/prevention Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:18:00 -0400 Dharma S Khalsa, MD For Alzheimer's, prevention is the best medicine.   A holistic Alzheimer's disease prevention strategy involving mind, body, nutrition, and stress - one that prevents cognitive decline and actually enhances mental capacity - is important.   Your brain is as much flesh and blood as the rest of your body. It is not some mysterious black box. When well cared for, it retains its performance. When neglected, it decays.   A... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/76158/prevention http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/71971/alzheimer-today Wed, 27 May 2009 13:55:00 -0400 Dharma S Khalsa, MD      For years, the causes of Alzheimer's disease have been somewhat of a mystery. Doctors and researchers have worked diligently to unlock the secrets of this complicated and devastating disease. Fortunately, significant advances have been made recently in understanding the causes of Alzheimer's.      Post mortem examinations of the brains of Alzheimer's patients have shown large quantities of plaques... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/71971/alzheimer-today http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/68516/alzheimer Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:00:00 -0400 Dharma S Khalsa, MD There have been many studies recently linking Alzheimer's and nutrition. More and more, the evidence overwhelmingly indicates that proper nutrition is essential to maintaining a healthy brain:  it plays a major role in cognition, memory, and various neurological disorders - including Alzheimer's disease. I am a strong proponent of the link between Alzheimer's and nutrition. I have found that a proper diet is one of the main keys to... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/68516/alzheimer http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/64771/memory-aerobics Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:28:00 -0400 Dharma S Khalsa, MD Aging and memory loss - two things most of us think go hand-in-hand. But science tells us they do not. Memory loss is not a normal part of aging. In fact, actually there are ways to improve your memory as you age.   To achieve brain regeneration you have to do more than just keep your brain healthy with nutritional therapy, physical exercise, stress management, and appropriate pharmacology. You also need to carefully nurture your brain... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/64771/memory-aerobics http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/61172/alzheimer-early Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:26:00 -0500 Dharma S Khalsa, MD Alzheimer’s disease has early or initial symptoms, just like most degenerative diseases. In this article, you’ll discover what to watch for — so you can prevent further memory loss and mental decline. It is currently estimated that 5.1 million people suffer from this disorder – and that’s in the U.S. alone.  Moreover, due to the aging baby boomer population, these numbers will skyrocket to 20 million by 2020.By... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/61172/alzheimer-early http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/56822/stress-aging Mon, 26 Jan 2009 17:44:00 -0500 Dharma S Khalsa, MD      Did you know that the latest brain research reveals that stress may cause short term memory loss? Well, it's true. Stress, anxiety, and worry may also disrupt brain cell function leading to Alzheimer's disease as well as depression. This is vitally important information considering our multitasking, hyperwired, 24/7 lifestyle we live today.       Many of us forget things if we either don't pay... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/56822/stress-aging http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/54878/cell-irrelevant Thu, 08 Jan 2009 11:28:00 -0500 Dharma S Khalsa, MD Creating new brain cells was previously thought to be impossible in humans, but not any more. And you don't need to have an injection of stem cells into your brain to do it, either. As you may know, stem cells are your body's basic building blocks, used for repair and growth. And when it comes to your brain, stem cells turn into new neurons or brain cells. These brainy stem cells then produce a chemical that protects other brain cells, even... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/54878/cell-irrelevant http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/49936/boost-healthy-2 Mon, 24 Nov 2008 06:45:00 -0500 Dharma S Khalsa, MD As discussed last time, everyone wants to boost their brain power, retard brain age, avoid dementia and Alzheimer's disease, as well as all the chronic diseases of our modern times. We discussed 3 principles last time: 1) Detoxifying your Body; 2) Being aware of "Alarm Foods" and 3) Seeking out Omega 3s and Increasing your intake of fruits and vegetables. The next 4 basic, flexible principles are guidelines that will continue to put you on a... http://www.healthcentral.com/alzheimers/c/21949/49936/boost-healthy-2