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Finger-tapping tests could point to better diagnosis of Alzheimer’s says study

NEW YORK: Tapping your fingers on the table is usually a sign of boredom or irritation. But not all tappers are equal, it seems. Men drum their digits slightly faster than women and people in their twenties tap substantially faster than people twice their age. Read More »

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Study finds possible ‘recipe’ for preventing Alzheimer’s

SAN ANTONIO: Just two years of exercising, eating healthier food and doing a little brain training boosted people’s memory function, researchers reported. It’s the first proof that some of the things people have been trying to prevent Alzheimer’s may actually work.

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Turmeric can fight dementia says study

HOUSTON: An antioxidant found in turmeric called curcumin – an active ingredient in the spice – appears to be able to suppress the activity of HPV.

There has been prior research done on turmeric that concluded that the antioxidant can help to reduce symptoms of Read More »

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New study data could lead to reversal of aging process

SAN ANTONIO: Scientists have published new data that they believe identifies a key driver in the aging process.

The researchers found that the genetic mutations associated with Werner syndrome, a disorder that leads to premature aging and death is triggered by the deterioration of DNA Read More »

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