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thinning hair , vision and hearing problems, etc. But this was not about any of that. Indeed, the talk was much more interesting, as it was about dementia and Alzheimer's--what is normal vs. abnormal aging when it comes to our memory and cognitive learning skills. It was comforting to know that normal age-related changes are gradual and mild until around age 50. In short, for most people, they are 'not losing it' at the age of 50. And, it was reassuring to learn that even in advanced old age, defined as the 80's and older, many people retain their mental and physical abilities. (My mother was one of them.) Alzheimer's does, however, begin to show up at the rate of 40 percent for those age 85 and older. Now THAT is a scary figure. Continue to read: examiner.com
We have all read numerous articles, watched the news reports, and attended talks on various subjects. Every once in a blue moon someone comes along who gives you a jolt with what he or she has to say. That is what happened in the presentation at the Presbyterian Healthplex by Ellen Coman, Ph.D., Clinical Neuropsychologist with the University of New Mexico Center for Neuropsychological Services.
The title of the talk was 'Normal vs. Abnormal Aging.' I thought I would be hearing information on the physical aspects of aging, such as loss of height, skin changes, 
Fiber's weight management potential depends on structure
The potential of dietary fiber to aid weight loss and management is dependent on the type and structure of the fiber, but impressive results can be achieved for the right fibers, says a new review from Wageningen University and Kellogg Europe. Read more: nutraingredients.com