Alzheimer’s

January 29, 2025 9:54 PM

New voice-based approach to enable early detection of Alzheimer’s

Chinese researchers have introduced a groundbreaking voice-based method to address language challenges and enable early detection of Alzheimer's disease. The team, led by Prof. Li Hai at the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, noted that with the ageing global population, Alzheimer's is becoming increasingly prevalent, making early detection critical for improving patient outcomes. “Language decline is often one of the earliest indicators of cognitive dec...

September 8, 2024 4:35 PM

Diet has significant impact on risk of Alzheimer’s disease: Research

A detailed study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease highlights the impact of diet on reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease. The research shows that plant-based diets, such as the Mediterranean diet and traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Indian cuisines, lower the risk of Alzheimer's when compared to Western diets. The study identifies major risk factors for dementia, including high consumption of saturated fats, red meats (like hamburgers and barbeque), processed meats, and ultr...

July 26, 2024 5:04 PM

Diet plays crucial role in Alzheimer’s risk, new study finds

A groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease has revealed the significant impact of diet on the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Researchers have identified specific dietary patterns that can either increase or decrease the likelihood of this devastating neurodegenerative condition. The study found that plant-based diets, including the Mediterranean diet and traditional cuisines from China, Japan, and India, can reduce the risk of Alzheimer's. In contrast, the W...