Alzheimer's disease

Nighttime Light Pollution Increases Alzheimer’s Risk in Under-65s
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Nighttime Light Pollution Increases Alzheimer’s Risk in Under-65s

Nighttime light flooding American communities may increase Alzheimer’s disease risk, particularly for people under 65, according to research analyzing Medicare data and NASA satellite measurements. Scientists at Rush University Medical Center tracked Alzheimer’s prevalence across US states and counties from 2012 to 2018, comparing disease rates with outdoor light intensity captured by satellites. States with…

Experts Warn Against Brain-Boosting Supplements Following Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker Research
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Experts Warn Against Brain-Boosting Supplements Following Alzheimer’s Disease Biomarker Research

A quick walk or drive through any city will reveal that the most inexpensive and convenient foods available to us are not the healthiest choices.  Supplements are great for supporting specific health goals. They are, however, not a magic solution to compensate for poor nutrition and unhealthy habits. Further, not all supplements are created equal,…

Dropping Acidity Raised as an Overlooked Culprit in Alzheimer’s Disease
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Dropping Acidity Raised as an Overlooked Culprit in Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of dementia, slowly destroys memory, behavior, and the capacity to think clearly. Eventually, sufferers lose the ability to carry out the simplest tasks due to brain shrinkage (atrophy) and cell death. (1)  Worldwide, over 55 million people are believed to suffer from Alzheimer’s disease (2), while in the United…

Breakthrough Study Reveals Potential for Reversing Early-Stage Alzheimer’s
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Breakthrough Study Reveals Potential for Reversing Early-Stage Alzheimer’s

As we age, the fear of developing Alzheimer’s disease and losing our cognitive abilities can be daunting. The heartbreaking experience of watching a loved one suffer from dementia can leave us feeling helpless and uncertain about our own future. But the good news is, the fight against Alzheimer’s disease is far from over.  You may…