Partha Nandi MD, FACP
According to the United Nations (UN), the global population of those aged 60 and up will increase from 962 million in 2017 to 2.1 billion by 2050, and it is predicted that dementia rates will rise in tandem with the aging population. Dementia is a chronic disease that affects a large and growing number of…
According to a University of Arizona Health Sciences study, cholesterol could play a role in Alzheimer’s disease and Type 2 diabetes. Researchers identified a molecule they believe might prove valuable in regulating cholesterol levels in the brain, providing a potential therapy for Alzheimer’s disease. (1) Cholesterol, Alzheimer’s Disease, And Diabetes Type 2 diabetes results when…
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If you think your gut is trying to tell you something, you might want to listen. You might have a connection between your brain and your gut that makes you react the way you do. Gut-brain axis: There may be some connection between your brain and your gut health, and vice versa. It is called…
That wondrous feeling we experience when we are in love is caused by a hormone called oxytocin. Japanese researchers believe oxytocin could make a good candidate for treating cognitive disorders like Alzheimer’s. (1) Love Hormone and Alzheimer’s Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive condition that slowly degrades memory and cognitive abilities. Finding a treatment has been…
A new year has begun. It’s an opportunity for new beginnings and clean slates. But let’s face it. It’s also when you feel pressured to set huge, life-changing goals that are almost impossible to achieve. I want you to feel energized about the new year ahead, not stressed out so soon after it has begun….
Alzheimer’s disease affects 44 million people worldwide, including 5 million Americans over 65. It is a progressive and debilitating form of dementia. Research is ongoing to find its causes and prevention and treatment methods. One of the controversial theories out there is that Alzheimer’s is caused by a virus or multiple viruses that attack the…
Inflammation is your body’s natural defense system against harmful invaders. Acute inflammation is short-lived and essential for healing. Chronic inflammation, on the other hand, is a serious issue. It develops due to dietary and lifestyle choices, as well as environmental factors. It is a silent killer that contributes to most chronic diseases and it contributes to…
You’re in luck if you’re like me and love Indian food! One of the most common spices in Indian dishes, curcumin (the active ingredient in turmeric), has been studied extensively for its ability to improve memory, reduce inflammation, improve overall health and immunity, and alleviate symptoms of depression. In my family, we use turmeric almost…
