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A plant native to California has been shown to have promising effects in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies identified the shrub Yerba santa, long known for its medicinal properties (the name is Spanish for “Holy weed”), as a treatment for oxytosis, which a form of regulated cell death, in the brain. Historically, the herb has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory conditions, fever, and headaches. Today, the chemical sterubin has been isolated from Yerba santa and identified as a powerful antioxidant, “approximately four times more potent in preventing neurodegeneration” than a similar compound isolated from strawberries.
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For Alzheimer's, Sterubin Plant Extract Shows Neuroprotective Ability
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Sterubin, extracted from a native California plant, shows neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory potential for Alzheimer's disease, a study reports.If you are not able to fall asleep, are waking up during the night or are just plain not feeling refreshed in the morning, see if one of these factors is souring your sweet dreams: ow.ly/Hp4450pE77z
Can't Sleep? Here's 11 Surprising Causes You Need to Know
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Alcohol, blue lights, stealth caffeine sources, anxiety and even certain medications can cause insomnia, which can have a negative impact on your health."The foods we eat can have a big impact on the structure and health of our brains. Eating a brain-boosting diet can support both short- and long-term brain function." Learn more: ow.ly/EHI550pE6X4
Did you know yoga can be done in a chair? This YouTube video walks you through how to practice yoga with the aid of a chair, making it perfect for seniors concerned about their stability. ow.ly/MhSt30ohzLeChair Yoga invites you to find mobility in a way that is soft and gentle but also really supportive and beneficial. This 17 minute practice invites awareness...
Are you overseeing the care and comfort of a senior loved one? Managing their doctors appointments, living situation, and overall care can take a toll. Remember: your wellness is just as important as your loved one's! Make sure you take the time to take care of yourself as well. Here's a great portal of resources for you from AARP: ow.ly/7gLC30ohBpF
It’s the first day of April and spring is in the air! AARP has this great resource portal for older adults looking to get moving! How do you plan to stay active this spring and summer? ow.ly/JNeX30ohwC8
Your eyes may be bigger than your stomach when it comes to these yummy foods for eye health...
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Discover the nutritious (and delicious) foods that can help protect your vision and eye health, including eggs, carrots, oysters, oranges and more.