Tag: Alzheimer’s disease

Never too late to learn a new language – Try Transparent Language Online at JMRL

Anyone can learn a new language. Those who have a JMRL library card can access free online language lessons through Transparent Language (formerly BYKI -Before You Know It). Click on Language in the left menu on the JMRL – Databases page, click on Transparent Language Online, and enter your last name and JMRL card number. If you…

May 23, 2014
To Reduce Your Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease, Mind Your Heart — University of Virginia Health System – Live Red

Just another reason to lose weight, be physically active, and follow a Mediterranean diet! The more we learn about Alzheimer’s disease, the more it becomes clear that heart health and brain health are closely linked. In fact, it’s now apparent that the same risk factors that lead to heart disease – high cholesterol, hypertension, obesity…

October 10, 2013
Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease: Chiro-inositol (found in buckwheat) May Help

I love reading the latest news on the UVa Health System Blog! In January I read an article (quoted below) about Chiro-Innositol which shows promise in treating Alzheimer’s disease. I am never inclined

April 15, 2013
It is never too late to learn a new language – Try BYKI at JMRL

Any one can learn a new language. Those who have a JMRL library card can access free online lessons through BYKI (Before You Know It). If you are lucky enough to have an iPad, you can practice your new language there also. Quoted below is a post that suggests learning a new language might sharpen…

February 21, 2011
Why learn how to use a computer? Bodies, computers and brains – HHS Health Beat

I have always loved solving puzzles, and using a computer can sure be a puzzle sometimes! I have spent many, many hours working on the computer since my first webmaster job in 1995, and I enjoy it more all the time. The hard part for me is remembering to get up and get that moderate…

September 16, 2010