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·April 5, 2023·4 min read

Modified Mediterranean Ketogenic Diet May Benefit Adults at Risk for Alzheimer’s

Consuming a modified Mediterranean-ketogenic diet which consists of healthy fats and low carbs positively alters biological pathways associated with Alzheimer's disease. Switching to a Mediterranean-keto diet could help reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's, particularly for those most at risk of developing dementia.

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·April 3, 2023·5 min read

Early Menopause, Later Start to Hormone Therapy May Increase Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

Early onset menopause is associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, but starting HRT at the time of menopause onset can help reduce the risk.

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·April 2, 2023·6 min read

Machine Learning Models Rank Predictive Risks for Alzheimer’s Disease

Using machine learning technology, researchers concluded the risk of genetic risk may outweigh age as a predictor of whether a person will develop Alzheimer's disease.

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·April 1, 2023·4 min read

Study Supports Amyloid Hypothesis for Alzheimer’s but Suggests Alternative Treatment

A new study provides additional evidence for the "amyloid hypothesis" of Alzheimer's disease, reporting amyloid beta sparks an alliance between two proteins in neurons. This pairing is linked to half of the gene changes associated with Alzheimer's disease.

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·March 28, 2023·6 min read

Individualized Brain Fingerprints Can Help to Uncover Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

A novel neuroimaging technique allows physicians to visualize subtle brain changes on an individualized level in patients with pre-clinical Alzheimer's disease.

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·March 28, 2023·4 min read

A Novel Biomarker for Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease

Astrocytic α7-subunit of the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (α7nAChRs) have been implicated as a novel biomarker for the diagnosis of early Alzheimer's disease.

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·March 27, 2023·3 min read

New Form of Omega-3 Could Prevent Visual Decline With Alzheimer’s Disease

A newly developed version of the Omega-3 fatty acid DHA can cross the retina in the eye and ward off vision loss for those with Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and other disorders.

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·March 26, 2023·3 min read

Spotting Early Signs of Dementia

Researchers provide 11 signs and symptoms of cognitive problems to be aware of, as they may signify the onset of dementia.

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·March 25, 2023·4 min read

How the Brain’s Internal Compass Works

Findings shed new light on how the brain orients itself in changing environment, and how the natural navigation processes can diminish as a result of Alzheimer's disease.

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·March 23, 2023·4 min read

A Higher Dose of Magnesium Each Day Keeps Dementia at Bay

Adding more magnesium-rich foods, such as spinach and nuts, to your daily diet can help reduce age-related brain shrinkage and stave off symptoms of dementia, a new study reports.