Dementia is a syndrome, an umbrella category, rather than a disease because it has no defining cause, distinguishing symptoms, and treatments. The term dementia encompasses many forms of cognitive decline. A syndrome is a better word to define a disease, … Continue reading
Parkinson’s disease (PD) develops when nerve cells in the substantia nigra part of the brain deteriorate over time resulting in our brain’s ability to produce dopamine. Symptoms of PD https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/parkinsons-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20376055. Most people recognize tremors or shaking of the hand or … Continue reading
Scientists work daily to find methods to disrupt pathways that create disease. For example, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has several pathways – genetics, inflammation, oxidative stress, protein structural issues, excitotoxicity, and probably a few more less known. I have written over … Continue reading
Our immune system protects us from foreign invaders – viruses, bacteria, and fungi. Unfortunately, toxins in our foods also contribute to the destruction and deterioration of our immune system. Toxins and the Immune System https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK235670/ One of the most controllable … 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