The therapeutic value of our relationship with our pets is increasingly being recognized by researchers. Pets calm us down, boost our immunity, improve our heart health, keep us moving, and enhance our social life, all important aspects of keeping our brains healthy.

Research has demonstrated that, when it comes to medical concerns, the fear of developing Alzheimer’s (and other forms of dementia) exceeds the fear of every other type of health condition.

Walking is potent mood medicine that enhances your thinking, sharpens your memory, and safeguards brain health. It’s one of the most simple and easiest forms of exercise – but the benefits are huge.

Studies find people who are very purposeful and engaged in activities that are meaningful to them exercise their brains in different ways, making their whole brain stronger, and improving their cognition over time.

Reading not only keeps us informed about the world around us, but also provides intellectual stimulation and helps keep us mentally sharp.

Vitamin D deficiency has also been linked with diseases related to mental health and brain function, including depression, schizophrenia, cognitive impairment, and dementia. Are you getting enough to protect your brain health?

Here's some of the "Best Brain Boosts" we've discovered to help women boost their brain health, providing a buffer against cognitive decline.

Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection- fighting antibodies to help increase disease resistance. So go ahead, and laugh out loud!

You're not alone if you're feeling stressed, worried, or under pressure. Here are some natural ways to de-stress

Your brain also needs friends to lean on! Loving relationships and close friends keep your brain strong. Interacting with others in meaningful ways provides a buffer against the harmful effects of stress on your brain, and guards against depression and isolation, both precursors to dementia.

Here are some tips to hone your memory skills. Aging doesn’t have to mean memory loss. Our brains are resilient and can adapt with proper training.

While anyone can experience a stroke at any age, women experience more stroke events than men and are less likely to recover. “BE FAST” is a checklist of 6 items to keep in mind when assessing whether you might be experiencing a stroke.

The depression-dementia relationship is complex and similar symptoms can make it difficult to tell the difference between depression and dementia. Adding to the complexity is the reality that women and men differ when it comes to depression. But there is hope.

Although it’s great to celebrate the big achievements, it’s also important to celebrate the small wins.

Most of us have a will. But do you know about a Power of Attorney (POA)? In some ways it’s more important than a will - it impacts you while you are still alive.

The moment you find out someone you love has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia comes with a mixture of complex emotions. For caregivers the future is full of unknowns. Check out these tips to help you cope.

Sugar and salt are present in many of the foods that we eat as part of our everyday diets. Both play several essential roles in our health but they can also be damaging to our brain health when consumed in excess.

A large study found those with a concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI) had a 24% increased risk of dementia. Chances are higher the younger you are, and women suffer differently than men.

Women’s heart health – like women’s brain health – is under researched, under diagnosed and under treated. Heart disease symptoms may be different for women. Find out how, and discover what you can do to keep both your heart and your brain healthy.

The choices you make today will affect your future and have a big impact on your risk of developing Alzheimer’s, especially if you are a woman. Discover the habits that may be speeding up the decline of your brain.