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Alzheimer's disease is on the rise.

Not exactly a breaking headline - but wait - there's more.

A recent study suggests that minorities will be most afflicted by Alzheimer's disease in the years to come. Why? Experts cite increased incidences of risk factors including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity and hypertension among most min… Continue

Go grab your favorite water bottle. Right now! Go!

Take a look at the bottom of the bottle. Is there a #7 on the bottom? If there is, then you better keep reading!

Many Nalgene water bottles and other hard plastic sport water bottles are made using polycarbonate, which can leech Bisphenol A (BPA), an estrogen-like chemical. No ladies, this estrogen imitator won't give you better skin or shinier hair. Rather, this estrogen mimic has been linked to… Continue

The benefits of a diet rich in Vitamin E are boundless! Not only does vitamin E enhance the health of your skin, it's also a powerful antioxidant that may reduce your risk of cancer while strengthening immunity.

The most recent benefit of vitamin E will please those affected by Alzheimer's disease. A new study just… Continue

Are you caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia? You might agree that one of the biggest challenges facing dementia and Alzheimer's caregivers is lack of support. Thankfully, there's a growing body of resources available online for caregivers and loved ones including Elder Care Online, Alz Online and the Caregiver Resource Center.… Continue

It's Saturday. Like millions of my fellow Americans, I'm looking forward to a relaxing evening out - including a nice dinner and a few glasses of wine. But wait. This recent study has me second-guessing my Saturday night.

The article explains how individuals that are genetically predisposed to developing Alzheimer's are more likely to d… Continue