Folate, or vitamin B-9, has been linked to the possibility of decreasing the risk of Alzheimer's disease or the slowing down of the progression of the disease. Research has shown that decreased levels of folate create higher levels of...
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, atrophy of the brain is common in many neurological conditions. In atrophy, some neurons, or brain cells, have died and the connections between them have been lost. This can...
Brain atrophy occurs with the loss of neurons or the connections between them. Some degree of atrophy is a normal part of aging, but pathological conditions, such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease, also feature atrophy as a symptom. Common...
Disk bulges occur when the soft, gelatinous cushions between the spinal vertebrae, called disks, slowly migrate outside a normal radius. Bulging disks are a relatively common phenomena in the body that do not necessarily lead to pain. Research by...
Excess body fat is a risk factor for a number of life-threatening diseases including heart disease, diabetes and cancer. It is also a limiting factor for performance in most sports. The best way to measure body fat depends upon your needs and...
During weight loss, the body undergoes many changes, including changes to fat tissue, muscle tissue, bone mass and hormone levels. Rather than achieving weight loss by calorie reduction alone, addition of moderate physical activity and dietary...