Alzheimer’s disease has resisted decades of research, so a study reporting improved memory and behavior after just two injections deserves a careful look. The results come from mice, not people, and that distinction matters. But the way this treatment works is unusual, and it raises a question researchers have debated for years. Here’s what the…
As a doctor, I spend a significant amount of time talking to patients about sugar intake. We know that excess sugar drives weight gain, inflammation, and metabolic disease. To avoid these issues, many people reach for zero-calorie sugar substitutes, assuming they are making a smart, healthy choice. But replacing a known problem with synthetic chemicals…
Alzheimer’s disease research has focused on medications designed to slow the buildup of amyloid plaques and tau tangles—two proteins closely linked with the disease. While several drugs have shown promise, they often require infusions, can be expensive, and may not be appropriate for every patient. That has motivated researchers to investigate other approaches that might…
A dementia diagnosis changes everything for a family. It can bring fear, grief, and the painful sense that a loved one is slipping away. That is why any story about recovery from dementia-like symptoms gets attention, especially when the cause turns out to be something treatable. A BMJ Case Reports paper described a 61-year-old woman…
What if protecting your memory in later life could one day be as simple as using a nasal spray? Scientists are beginning to investigate that possibility after a new study revealed a promising treatment that appears to reduce brain inflammation, revive sluggish brain cells, and improve memory in aging animals. As you grow older, your…
Alzheimer’s disease is often associated with advanced age. Most people think of it as a condition that gradually affects individuals in their 70s or 80s. That’s why the recent diagnosis of a 19-year-old male with probable Alzheimer’s disease has shaken the medical community and challenged long-held assumptions about when this illness begins. The teenager began…
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…
Cranberries have been known for their health benefits for quite some time, but new research suggests that including this fruit in your diet year-round may have even more benefits than previously thought. Studies have shown that cranberries can help enhance memory and brain function, prevent dementia, and lower bad cholesterol. With the number of people…
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…
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