By using meta-analysis method, researchers found that social connections notably decreased the risk of mild cognitive impairment, dementia, and death among older adults globally. Social connections include interacting with family or friends, engaging in community activities, having a close or trusted friend, living conditions, relationship satisfaction, level of social support and loneliness. These findings suggest that middle-aged […]
Using probiotic supplements for 12 weeks improved cognitive ability and sleep quality of Chinese patients with mild cognitive impairment, a randomized controlled trial shows. Randomized controlled trials prospectively study how effective an intervention or a drug is on patients with a certain disease. It is the gold standard for effectiveness studies. People with mild cognitive impairment are […]
Personalized medicine care plans improved cognitive ability of people with mild cognitive impairment significantly after six months, a study shows. The care plans modified the participants’ lifestyle, diet habits, and supplements intake, as well as prescription medications for their existing conditions. The findings suggest that a holistic, personalized medicine care plan can improve cognitive ability. […]