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Tips to get the most from your memory

Also: Using diet and exercise to keep your memory in good shape
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Tips to get the most from your memory

As you've gotten older, have you noticed that you often find yourself marching around the house in a huff, searching for misplaced car keys or eyeglasses, or you just cannot remember the name of that new neighbor you met when walking the dog? It's frustrating, to be sure, but not inevitable — and there are things you can do to help keep your memory sharp.

"Most people get a little more forgetful with aging, but there are some simple things you can do to prevent memory slips and help your brain to learn and remember better," says Dr. Anne Fabiny, chief of geriatrics at Cambridge Health Alliance and an assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.



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Dr. Fabiny suggests the following tips and tricks:

  • Follow routines, such as leaving your car keys, glasses, and cell phone in the same place every day so that finding them becomes a "no-brainer."

  • Slow down and pay attention to what you are doing to give your brain's memory systems enough time to create an enduring memory.

  • Avoid distracting or noisy environments and multitasking — the major memory busters in today's fast-paced society.

  • Get enough sleep, reduce stress, and check with your doctor to see if any of your medications affect memory — all three are potential memory spoilers.

Is it forgetfulness or Alzheimer's?

Worried that your minor memory slips mean you are headed toward Alzheimer's disease? That's probably not the case. Like it or not, science shows that the ability to learn new information and recall it may decline somewhat after 50. "You just can't pull things out of your memory the way you used to at the same speed," Dr. Fabiny says.

But forgetfulness can be a serious issue if it's starting to interfere with daily tasks and routines, such as managing your healthcare and finances.

To read more about ways to improve your memory, buy Improving Memory: Understanding Age-Related Memory Loss, a Special Health Report from Harvard Medical School.

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Use everyday habits to keep your memory in good shape

Your daily habits and lifestyle — what you eat and drink, whether you exercise, how stressed you are, and more — affect your mental health every bit as much as your physical health. A growing body of research indicates that regular exercise and a healthful diet can help protect your memory from aging-related decline.

Exercise

Physical fitness and mental fitness go together. People who exercise regularly tend to stay mentally sharp into their 70s, 80s, and beyond. Although the precise "dose" of exercise isn't known, research suggests that the exercise should be moderate to vigorous and regular. Examples of moderate exercise include brisk walking, stationary bicycling, water aerobics, and competitive table tennis. Vigorous activities include jogging, high-impact aerobic dancing, square dancing, and tennis.

Exercise helps memory in several ways. It reduces the risk of developing several potentially memory-robbing conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and stroke. Exercise is good for the lungs, and people who have good lung function send more oxygen to their brains. There is some evidence that exercise helps build new connections between brain cells and improves communication between them. Finally, exercise has been linked to increased production of neurotrophins, substances that nourish brain cells and help protect them against damage from stroke and other injuries.

Here are some ways to build physical activity into your daily routine:

  • Walk instead of driving when possible.

  • Set aside time each day for exercise. For extra motivation, ask your spouse or a friend to join you.

  • Use the stairs instead of the elevator.

  • Plant a garden and tend it.

  • Take an exercise class or join a health club.

  • Swim regularly, if you have access to a pool or beach.

  • Learn a sport that requires modest physical exertion, such as tennis.

Go Mediterranean

Mediterranean-type diets highlight whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats from fish, nuts, and healthy oils. This eating style helps promote heart health and may also lessen the risk of memory and thinking problems later in life. In a study that followed more than 2,000 people over four years, those who most closely followed a Mediterranean-type diet had a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. A later study suggested that following a Mediterranean-type diet could slow the conversion of mild cognitive impairment into full-blown dementia.

The types of fat that predominate in the diet also seem to affect memory. As part of the national Women's Health Initiative, 482 women ages 60 and older were observed for three years. They reported on their diets, and researchers tested their memory and thinking skills at the beginning of the study and at the end. Those who ate more unsaturated fat (which is abundant in vegetable oils and fatty fish) and less saturated fat (from red meat and full-fat dairy foods) had significantly less decline in memory than those who ate relatively little unsaturated fat.

Eating several servings of fruits and vegetables can also protect memory. Foods from plants are chock full of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that may protect against age-related deterioration throughout the body.

For more information on diagnosing memory problems and boosting your memory, buy Improving Memory: Understanding Age-Related Memory Loss, a Special Health Report from Harvard Medical School.

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Why Seek Chiropractic Services Battle Ground

By Ruthie Livingston


You may sit in the car for hours commuting each day to work or in a stiff chair in front of a computer screen. You no doubt have back and neck pain that can benefit from chiropractic services Battle Ground. These are common complaints that can be easily addressed by the one specialty. It is not a branch of medicine, but a holistic alternative form that has years of accreditation and knowledge behind it.

For neck and back trouble, we think immediately of a chiropractor, but just what does he or she do to the spine? They seem to stick to one area of the body that takes the brunt of stress and strain. They provide relief through an alternative kind of therapy involving adjustment and manipulation. Thus the art and science of chiropractic medicine is akin to massage, acupuncture, and yoga.

Those who wake up with neck and back pain know how debilitating it can be. While a chiropractor is not a medical doctor, he or she is well educated and trained in the musculoskeletal system. Patients relish a treatment plan that avoids surgery and prescription drugs. They dislike the side effects of both approaches, and for good reason. They think of a chiropractor as practicing alternative or holistic medicine, akin to yoga, massage therapy, and acupuncture, all viable fields.

What is unique about this specialty is the use of the hands to manipulate the spine and the surrounding area to make "adjustments" that promote pain relief. The spine is the locus of most problems of the muscles and is thus the foundation of the chiropractic philosophy. All chiropractors treat all patients. In other words, there are no subdivisions as there are in traditional medicine in which you have pulmonologists, cardiologists, dermatologists, etc.

Chronic pain is difficult to treat unless you are not averse to strong medication. But with one or two chiropractic sessions, it is be permanently relieved. Thus, there is no surgery or upset stomach from powerful drugs taken too often. The field is lauded for its alternative solutions.

Many find this treatment the answer to their discomfort prayers. They say there is nothing as effective or painless. They look forward to their sessions knowing the relief that will ensue, and it lasts. The spine is the focal point of so much pain and is thus a most pertinent target of treatment. Thus, a neck problem will entail examination of the mid and lower back.

It is no wonder that posture, alignment, and manner of walking are part of one's medical history. They can cause numerous neck and back ailments that are musculoskeletal in nature. One's lifestyle including nutrition is most relevant. Often it is about stress and how it is absorbed in certain areas of the body.

A good chiropractor is a diagnostician as well. With or without X-rays, he or she can localize the problem and prescribe a treatment plan. Thus, posture and alignment are part of one's medical history. It makes perfect sense. Just looking at someone, you can see where problems lie. We are all individuals and any practitioners will customize a program for the patient's needs.




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Dr. Samadi is an Iranian who lived in Iran up to the age of fifteen. At that age, following the Iranian Revolution, he together with a younger brother moved out and ended up settling in Belgium. He is of Iranian Jewish ethnicity. The following years of Dr David Samadi were completed in London and Belgium before the two flew to the United States.

David pursued his high school education in New York where he also settled. The degree he holds in biochemistry was earned at Stony Book University. Later, he completed an M. D in urology, graduating from S. U. N. Y in 1994. Montefiore Medical Center is where he undertook his postgraduate studies. Later fellowships and trainings attended revolved around urology, which was his field of interest.

After a few years of practicing at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital where he also became the Vice Chair of the Department of Urology, he moved to Lenox Hill hospital. At Columbia Presbyteria, David was also the Chief of Robotics. When moving to Lenox Hill Hospital, he moved his entire team with him. At Lenox Hill Hospital, Samadi was made the Chair of Urology and Chief of Robotic Surgery. He was also appointed as a Professor of Urology in the School of Medicine at Hofstra North Shore-LIJ.

Samadi maintains a membership with the American Medical Association as well as American Urological Association. The state of New York recognized him as the highest paid doctor in 2012. At the moment, he earns in the excess of 7.6 million United States Dollars annually. Besides specializing in urologic medical conditions, he also specializes in cancers of the bladder, kidney, and prostate.

He has many achievements that make him the best in his field of specialty. He specializes in robotic prostate surgery in which he is highly skilled and committed to. He has committed his bright career to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of the aforementioned medical conditions. In his record, he is credited with performing more than 6, 000 successful robotic prostate surgeries.

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What You Need To Know About Prostate Cancer Treatment Options

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Cancer is one of the most feared diseases today as it has no cure and slowly destroys the body in a painful manner. Despite the fact that it has no direct cure, many methods of treatment have been developed to kill the cells and prevent them from spreading to other body parts. Early diagnosis is crucial if one is to survive this deadly disease. Prostate cancer is becoming more common by the day. Although it is mostly common amongst old people, many people today are being diagnosed and it is important to know the available prostate cancer treatment options.

The main causes of this disease include exposure to radiation and carcinogenic substances. Recent research shows that hereditary factors in some cases can increase the chances of one developing the disease. It has been noted that the increased use of highly processed foods, tobacco, alcohol and lack of physical activity can contribute to development of the disease. It is important for people to make the necessary lifestyle changes so as to reduce their chances of developing the disease.

A lot of money has been put into research and awareness so as to ensure that many people stay healthy and reduce their chances of developing this vicious disease. Over the years, it has been discovered that increased intake of tobacco, alcohol and processed foods can increase your chances of developing a particular kind of disease. Also, people are encouraged to frequently indulge in physical activities so as to reduce the chances of getting this disease.

Symptoms of this ailment include weak urine flow, pain in back and pelvis that is prolonged, dizziness and prolonged feeling of tiredness. Also, patients may experience burning sensation when urinating. With such symptoms, one is meant to see a doctor immediately before they reach the terminal stage of the disease.

After confirming that one has this disease, the next step in treatment is to determine if it is localized or if it has spread. This is a very crucial stage as this actually determines the choice of treatment methods to be used. IF the diagnosis is made early before the cancerous cells have spread, the prostate gland is surgically removed to prevent spreading of the malignant cells to other parts of the body.

When a patient is diagnosed with this disease at advanced stages, more strict measures should be taken as the cancer may have spread to other parts of the body. Chemotherapy and radiotherapy can be used to kill the cancerous cells that have spread to other parts of the body. At this stage a patient needs close monitoring so as to also treat other problems that result from radiation.

In the event that the cancer has spread to other body parts, drastic measures are taken to try to manage the cancer as the patient is at a critical stage. At this point a patient may undergo both radiotherapy and chemotherapy so at to deal with the cells that have spread to other body parts. In order to increase the chances of survival of a patient, strict doses of radiation and other medication can be administered to reduce spreading of the disease.

Another treatment option available is cryotherapy. During this procedure, the prostate is frozen and later thawed so as to kill the cancerous cells. Also, hormone therapy is used to reduce the growth rate of the cancerous cells. It is important that to note that this method is only temporary and is used to prolong the life of a patient who is at the advanced stages of the disease.




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