One problem with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is that neurological damage is done and may not be reversible by the time it is diagnosed correctly. Five years ago, Johns Hopkins Medicine scientists discovered the role of pH in the risk of … Continue reading
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Many of us take supplements. Some because our diets are not balanced. Others take particular nutrients to live longer in better health. I take supplements – primarily vitamin E (all eight forms), vitamin K2, fiber, and a few more. One … Continue reading
Is wheat a cause of brain fog? Many people think so. Gluten sensitivity is probably the cause. Yet, an article today states that gluten is not a cause based on a study they did. Gluten https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/ditch-the-gluten-improve-your-health. Gluten is a protein … Continue reading
Ask a doctor about what causes Alzheimer’s disease, and most will answer that the medical industry does not fully understand what causes this disease. Basic Assumptions https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/what-causes-alzheimers-disease. Two days ago, the National Institute for Health – National Institute on Aging … Continue reading
If you have a deficiency in serotonin, weight loss can be achieved by increasing your serotonin levels. Serotonin is produced in your brain by tryptophan, an amino acid. Tryptophan comes from food. Many forms of depression and anxiety are associated … Continue reading
During our pandemic, social intercourse is lacking, the real, up-close, and personal social intercourse. Yes, Zoom and other video apps bring friends and family within visual range, but it is not the same. Networking for All https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/12-ways-to-keep-your-brain-young I belong to … Continue reading
Will a good diet prevent Alzheimer’s? Probably not! Because our foods contain many products that allow Alzheimer’s to develop – or – they exacerbate conditions which make it worse. Sugar, processed white flour, processed oils and milk products have all been shown to be factors … Continue reading
The brain is not immune from inflammation. Inflammation can occur anywhere in your body. There is a blood test called the C-reactive protein (CRP) test. CRP is a plasma protein. It is produced by your liver in response to inflammation … Continue reading
What factors influence brain stability and health of your life? Allow me to concentrate on that topic for a few blogs. The first is the blood-brain-barrier (BBB). Our brains have a built-in protective mechanism. It is a physical barrier that … Continue reading