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Friday, October, 30, 2009

No Sense Of Smell

Dulled sense of smell may predict Alzheimer's

October 03, 2008
Losing your sense of smell may be an early sign of Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests. In the study, 589 elderly people took a test in which they were asked to evaluate 12 common smells. Researchers followed up with the participants once a year for five years and found that those who scored below average on the smell test were 50 percent more likely to develop cognitive impairment than those who scored above average. Read more »

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Having a Sense of Smell
By Dorian Martin , Health Expert

Walking out my front door, I catch a whiff of a sweet fragrance. The smell, courtesy of my blooming... Read more »

Health Guide

FAQ about Zicam Warning and Recall
Q: What is Zicam and how does it work?A: Zicam is an over-the-counter product that contains zinc and is used to reduce both the duration and the severity of the common cold. According to the... Read more »
Smell: impaired
Impaired smell is the partial or total loss of the sense of smell. Alternative Names Loss of smell; Anosmia Considerations The loss of smell is... Read more »
Smell: impaired
Loss of smell; Anosmia Home Care Treatment of underlying disorders may correct loss of the sense of smell. This can include antihistamines (if the... Read more »
Zinc in diet
Zinc is an important trace mineral. This element is second only to iron in its concentration in the body. Alternative Names Diet - zinc Function ... Read more »
Zinc in diet
Diet - zinc Side Effects Symptoms of zinc deficiency include: Slow growth Poor appetite Wounds that take a long time to... Read more »

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