Imperial Valley News Center
Can phosphatidylserine improve memory and cognitive function in people with Alzheimer's disease?
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- Written by Glenn Smith, Ph.D.
Imperial, California - Phosphatidylserine is a dietary supplement that has received some interest as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease and other memory problems. Several studies with phosphatidylserine indicate improved cognitive abilities and behaviors. However, improvements lasted only a few months and were seen in people with the least severe symptoms.
9 Tips to Protect Your Skin This Summer
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- Written by Micah Dorfner
Phoenix, Arizona - Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can cause skin damage in as little as 15 minutes. Prolonged exposure and damage can lead to various forms of skin cancer, many of which, thankfully, are preventable. The sun isn’t the only skin-damaging predator - tanning beds, smoking and unhealthy diet can also have ill effects on the body’s outer layer.
Fertility and Conception
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- Written by Brian Kilen
Rochester, Minnesota - With Mother’s Day being May 10 and May being Women’s Health Month, Mayo Clinic offers expert guidance on fertility and conception.
Acai berries: Do they have health benefits?
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- Written by Brent A. Bauer, M.D.
Imperial, California - The acai berry is a grapelike fruit harvested from acai palm trees, which are native to the rainforests of South America.
Acupuncture Matters
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- Written by Mayo Clinic
Scottsdale, Arizona - Acupuncture involves the insertion of extremely thin needles through your skin at strategic points on your body. A key component of traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is most commonly used to treat pain.
Honoring the 70th Anniversary of V-E Day
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- Written by White House
Washington, DC - In this week’s address, the President honored the 70th anniversary of V-E Day. On this occasion, we commemorate the Allied victory in Europe during World War II. It is a day to pay tribute to the men and women who decades ago served and sacrificed for the cause of freedom. This was the generation that, by ending the war, literally saved the world, laying a foundation for peace.
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