Dementia

  Republished from MedicalNewsToday.com A new study finds that the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet may include a reduced chance of developing dementia and memory loss.  Specifically, the diet appears to lower the level of amyloid and tau proteins that are linked with dementia. People following the Mediterranean diet scored better on memory tests than those who were not following the diet. Previous research has determined that a Mediterranean diet can benefit heart health and aid in weight loss. Now, a

  Republished from WebMD When it comes to fat, there’s one type you don’t want to cut back on: omega-3 fatty acids. Two crucial ones — EPA and DHA — are primarily found in certain fish. ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), another omega-3 fatty acid, is found in plant sources such as nuts and seeds. Not only does your body need these fatty acids to function, but also they deliver some big health benefits. How They Help Your Health Blood fat (triglycerides).