I recently came across a disturbing, new study that looked at the link between eating artificial, trans fats and Alzheimer’s disease (AD)/dementia. Now, you may wonder why I’m writing about trans [...]
Category: Alzheimer’s disease
New study squashes long-held theory about what causes Alzheimer’s disease
In my view, a new study published in Neurology should finally put to rest the long-held, but flawed theory that amyloid protein plaques in the brain cause Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and dementia. [...]
Here’s why Alzheimer’s disease poses a far greater risk to women than men
Women have a 1 in 5 chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) during their lifetime. Whereas for men, the risk is 1 in 11. Part of the reason for that higher risk is that women, on average, [...]
The one medical screening you SHOULD get when you turn 65
Mainstream medical experts continue to push “routine” cancer screenings onto older Americans. Yet, they don’t take the same aggressive approach when it comes to routine screenings for dementia. [...]
Prominent neurologist finally recommends this safe, effective, science-backed tool to prevent Alzheimer’s
I recently came across an essay by a prominent neurologist admitting that it’s time to “consider” vitamin D for the prevention and management of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Gee, ya think?! A wealth [...]
Another holiday spice holds promise against Alzheimer’s
I had a peaceful and relaxing Christmas with my family—and I hope you did, too. I’m especially thankful you’re here with me today, taking a break from some of the holiday merry-making, as I [...]
This holiday favorite helps detect early signs of dementia
Almost everyone misplaces their keys, their wallet, or their phone from time to time. But experiencing that kind of age-related lapse in memory doesn’t necessarily mean you’re on the road to [...]
Don’t be fooled by the headlines—statins DO cause cognitive decline
A few weeks ago, a new, small, poorly designed study made headlines with the outrageous claim that taking a cholesterol-lowering statin drug doesn’t cause cognitive decline. In fact, the [...]
Optimal levels of THIS vitamin can protect you against dementia and Type II diabetes
Yesterday, I wrote about the ability of vitamin D—at the right doses—to prevent cancer and other chronic diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD), dementia, and Type II diabetes. And now, two [...]
Common over-the-counter and prescription drugs linked to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
Yesterday, I reported how certain prescription drugs can increase the risk of suffering a debilitating fall, even among middle-aged adults. But really—that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it [...]
