Carrying excess weight isn't just undesirable for our bodies and ego, but those additional pounds (just a couple or more) may well have an influence on how much brain cells you have, and how old that tissue seems to be.

As we age, we naturally have difficulty remembering things or finding the right words to say although this is quite normal but dementia is not normal. The condition causes mental changes that make it difficult to function and carry out our normal lives, not just remembering names and dates.

There are ups and downs in life that just have to be dealt with. While we all go through tough personal times, the one issue that most will face, but is not discussed, is the decision to put a parent in a home.

Paranoia and suspicion can create a frightening environment for your loved one, and they are bound to feel this way over seemingly regular activity. You loved one may become more confused and begin to perceive things differently than they once may have.

A Few Nurse Tips

The workload is grueling, but take time to de-stress: Your heart depends on it.

One disease that people dread to be diagnosed with is Alzheimers. No one could blame them.