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Just What is Glaucoma and What Are the Symptoms? : Brain Vitamin

Article by David Cowley

You may already know that glaucoma is a disease of the eye that is very serious, but if you’re unsure of just what the disease actually is and what the symptoms are to look for, you’re not alone. As serious as this eye disease is, many people simply are unaware of the symptoms or even what it means to have glaucoma. Since it is something that can lead to loss of peripheral vision and even blindness,… Continue reading

Brain Training: Can it Improve Memory and Fend Off Alzheimer’s? : Brain Training

Article by Gene Millen

It may be time for some brain training.

A new survey indicates that Americans are more worried about Alzheimer’s disease than they are about having a heart attack.

And for good reason.

Alzheimer’s affects One in eight adults over 65. Those who are spared know they may end up with the burden of caring for a parent or a spouse who is affected.

Even though the number of older adults with dementias is rising rapidly, only… Continue reading