Appetite Changes in Early Dementia When someone begins to experience early dementia, one of the subtle changes that often goes unnoticed is a shift in eating habits and appetite. Unlike the more obvious memory problems that people associate with dementia,…
Loss of Taste and Brain Aging Many people notice their sense of taste fading as they get older, and this change often ties back to what is happening in the brain. After age 60, it is common for taste and…
Changes in Smell as an Early Dementia Sign Our sense of smell does more than help us enjoy food or detect danger. It connects directly to brain areas that handle memory and emotions. When smell starts to fade, it might…
Unintentional weight loss happens when pounds drop without trying through diet or exercise. It often signals hidden health issues and can connect to cognitive decline, where thinking skills like memory and focus weaken over time. Doctors see this link most…
Weight Changes Before Dementia Diagnosis Many people notice shifts in body weight years before a dementia diagnosis. These changes can signal early brain problems, but they work in different ways depending on a person’s starting weight and gender. Researchers have…
Metabolic Syndrome and Brain Health Metabolic syndrome is a group of health issues that often happen together. It includes high blood pressure, high blood sugar, extra fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol levels. These problems raise the risk for…
Insulin Resistance and Dementia Risk Your brain needs energy to function, just like any other part of your body. That energy comes from glucose, a type of sugar in your blood. Insulin is the hormone that helps your brain cells…
Hypoglycemia happens when blood sugar drops too low. In seniors, it often leads to confusion that can look like dementia or a stroke. Many older adults have diabetes and take medicines like insulin to control blood sugar. These drugs work…
How Blood Sugar Swings Affect the Brain Your brain depends on glucose from blood sugar for energy, but when levels swing up and down, it disrupts thinking, mood, and memory. High spikes damage brain blood vessels over time, while sharp…
Long Term Inflammation and Brain Aging Your brain changes as you get older. One big change involves long term inflammation. This is when the brain’s immune system stays active too long. It harms brain cells over time. Think of it…