Reputable nursing homes are fully equipped to take care of the elderly and the sickly, which is why many families feel confident in their decision to move aging loved ones into one of these facilities; however, when a loved one starts to display signs of a...
Finding long-term care for a dementia patient can be a daunting and overwhelming task. It’s critical to understand and carefully assess long-term care options if you’re caring for a family member with the condition. In the early stages of the condition,...
We are certain that it comes as no surprise that there is a specific stigma associated with dementia. It is not something that families want to openly talk about to their friends or sometimes even admit to themselves. We’re here to tell you that not only is it...
A Mediterranean-style diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes and cereals, and low in red meat and sugar. Instead of regular consumption of red meat, this diet opts for oily fish. The diet also largely cuts out alcohol, sugar and saturated fats. According to...
What’s good for the gut might benefit the brain, researchers suggest, noting that imbalances in the gut microbiota could contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia. In research published in the Journal of...
Eating disorders are a prevalent condition in the elderly, especially those suffering from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. Difficulties with eating and nutrition can stem from the loss of memory and problems with judgement that people with dementia experience....
