Alzheimer's Disease
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Symptoms and causes
- Heavy metals : Aluminum accumulates in tissue that doesn't have a rapid cellular turnover. The slow turnover tissues are contained in bone matter, the heart and the brain. The brain and its associated nervous system is where diseases such as Parkinson's, MS, chronic fatigue and other neurological or auto-immune diseases manifest.
- Sugar : New studies are finding stronger-than-ever links between Alzheimer’s and diabetes. (So strong, in fact, that Alzheimer’s is now being called “Type 3 Diabetes.”)
- Inflammation : (See : Inflammatory diseases)
Home remedies
- vitamin D removes toxins from the brain and helps break down a substance called amyloid-beta, which is a protein that plays a major role in the development of Alzheimer's disease.
- Omega-3 fatty acids support synaptic plasticity and seem to positively affect the expression of several molecules related to learning and memory that are found on synapses. Excellent food sources include beans, olive oil, walnuts, winter squash, and fish. Fish and flaxseed oil supplements are also good sources of Omega-3's.
- Olive Oil : oleocanthal from Extra-virgin Olive Oil has the potential to reduce the risk of AD or related neurodegenerative dementias.
- Curcumin (the major component of Turmeric) prevents and slows down the progression of Alzheimer's Disease by eliminating amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain. A class of compounds found within turmeric known as curcuminoids enhance the amyloid-beta uptake of macrophages within Alzheimer’s disease patients. Amyloid-beta (Abeta) plaque is found in unnaturally elevated levels in neurodegenerative disorders such as AD, and is believed to contribute to the underlying disease process.
- A combination of Vitamin D3 and curcumin offers new treatment possibilities for Alzheimer's Disease.
- Vitamin E delays the cognitive decline of AD by almost 20 percent each year. It even helps you live longer.
- Niacin (Vitamin B3) may protect against Alzheimer's Disease.
- Silica may help to counter the effects of too much aluminium in the body, which some studies suggest is implicated in Alzheimer's disease.
- Drinking silicon-rich mineral water could halt Alzheimer's, experts claim.
- Bacopa boosts memory, speeds up thinking, reduces stress, and even slows down brain aging! It is used to treat and prevent Epilepsy and Alzheimer's Disease.
- coconut and palm kernel oils naturally contained MCTs (Medium Chain Triglycerides). Metabolizing MCTs creates ketones. Recent research has shown that ketones help protect against Alzheimer`s Disease, Parkinson's Disease (PD), LS (Lou Gehrig's disease), Huntington's disease, Drug resistant epilepsy, Diabetes
- polyphenols : Berries, cherries, walnuts and seedsGreen are sources of polyfenols.
- Green Tea extracts have been researched extensively over the past decade and are shown to dramatically lower the risk of Alzheimer`s disease and dementia. The main Polyphenol is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).
- Mangosteen : highly potent compounds called xanthones present in mangosteen may help resolve the inflammation within brain tissue. These studies are quite promising indeed as they reveal that managosteen may be capable of addressing the inflammation in the brain that is being linked to Alzheimer's dementia disease.
- Sage, the aptly names herb, is a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. Chinese sage root contains compounds similar to Alzheimer’s disease drugs,and just 50 microliters (.001690 fl oz) of sage oil extract significantly enhanced memory.
- An extract from Cinnamon inhibits the accumulation of the β-amyloid (Aβ) polypeptide assemblies that cause neuron destruction and result in the development of Alzheimer's Disease.
- Shilajit contains Fulvic Acid which helps protect your brain from Alzheimer's.
- Red Cabbage in test individuals noticeably reduced the formation of plaques.
- Cannabis : Cannabinoids like tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) can aid the removal of dangerous dementia proteins from brain cells, according to researchers at the Salk Institute.
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- It is believed that the nutrients in berries can prevent or delay the onset of Alzheimer’s Disease. Some of the key phytonutrients in berries are called anthocyanins. These are remarkable brain-boosting chemicals that can help you preserve your memory and clear up an occasional case of “brain fog.”
- The flavonoid fisetin in strawberries helps protect the leaves and fruit from insects. In the human body, it has been shown to protect neurons and combat Alzheimer's Disease. It is also considered to be a weapon against Prostate Cancer. And now researchers have discovered it can fight diabetes.
- Increase Your Acetylcholine Levels. Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter essential to storing and recalling memories. A deficit of acetylcholine has been associated with increased risk of Alzheimer's disease. Among foods high in lecithin are egg yolks, whole wheat, soybeans, wheat germ and organ meats. Vegetables like Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and tomatoes contain high levels of choline, as do black beans, kidney beans, peanuts and peanut butter. Grains like oats, corn and barley are good sources of choline. Among fruits, bananas and oranges are rich in the substance. Butter, potatoes, sesame seeds and flax seeds are also good sources of choline. Ginseng root, also known as American ginseng, is an additional source of choline.
- Grape and grape extract compounds help protect against Alzheimer`s disease development.
- Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine (GPC) is a memory booster.
- Ginkgo Biloba : In 2006 the European Journal of Neurology published the results of a 24-week randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study showing an extract of this plant was as effective as Aricept (donepezil) for mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease. Another study published in 2009 found that it was as effective as Aricept in improving symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, but with less side effects.
- A moss extract, Huperzine A, is showing promise as a natural supplement which aids in preventing further memory loss. In a study of patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease, Huperzine A proved to be as effective as one of the most popular prescription medications.
- Apples : Eating an apple a day protects the brain from oxidative damage that causes neurodegenerative diseases such Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. This magical nutrient that acts as protection is quercetin, which is a phytonutrient. One study shows that it only takes two glasses of water mixed with apple juice concentrate a day to stop the production of beta-amyloid. Beta-amyloid is a protein responsible for the formation of the plaque found in the brains of patients suffering from AD
- Lion's Mane Mushroom stimulates activity of the synthesis of nerve growth factor (NGF), prevents and ameliorates senile dementia.
- Cinnamon : Cinnamaldehyde prevents oxidative stress from reaching the tau proteins. Tau proteins are vital in keeping neurons functioning properly. By blocking oxidative stress, cinnameldehyde helps keep neurons alive and healthy. The other compound epicatechin is a powerful antioxidant. It also helps protect your brain from oxidative stress.
- Caprylic Acid for Alzheimer's : According to an article in Alzheimer's Weekly, coconut oil contains active ingredients that can provide the brain with the ketones needed to improve function in Alzheimer's patients. (see also : Caprylic acid).
- Homeopathy : Baryta Carb helps those who have regressed back to childish behavior. Natrum Sulf can often bring relief to those who are fixated with and dwell on past hurts and unpleasant events. Nux Vomica patients are often angry, quarrelsome and irritable, faultfinding and insensitive to other's feelings. Alumina is an excellent remedy for those who are depressed and afraid of losing their minds.
- melatonin inhibits the formation of plaques and may be effective in the prevention of Alzheimer's Disease; however, melatonin, cannot reverse the formation of existing plaques, so is not useful in the treatment of the disease.
- Glutathione works as an Anti-oxidant : Combating the negative impact of stress hormones; properly oxygenating cells; inhibiting cellular mutagens; and warding off hazardous cellular invaders. As super antioxidants, glutathione molecules roam through your body, seeking out and neutralizing overactive and dangerous free radicals.
- Can be associated with Sulfur deficiency.
- Silica may help to counter the effects of too much aluminium in the body, which some studies suggest is implicated in Alzheimer's disease.
- Carnosine is considered a potent copper-zinc chelating agent that inhibits the amyloid-beta cross-linking that leads to Alzheimer's disease.
- DHA is very important for proper brain function.
- Huperzine A appears to be of some benefit to people with Alzheimer's disease.
- Coconut Oil : the saturated fat (MCT) of coconut oil provides the brain with an alternate source of energy in ketones. Ketones are high energy fuels that nourish the brain.
- Resveratrol may prevent and even treat Alzheimer's disease.
- Lemon Balm is used to calm those with severe dementia.
- Green Coffee : In a 2012 study from Nutritional Neuroscience, tests on mice revealed that decaffeinated green coffee extract helped protect against impaired energy metabolism in the brain (a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease).
- Alpha lipoic acid : A 2007 study published in the Journal of Neural Transmission found alpha-lipoic acid “dramatically lowers” disease progression in Alzheimer’s disease patients who received 600 mg a day for 12 months.
- Vitamin B-Complex : A 2011 study published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry found B-complex to slow cognitive and clinical decline in people with mild cognitive impairment. The researchers noted that homocysteine is a risk factor for AD and that B vitamins may slow brain atrophy by suppressing homocysteine accumulation. [v]
- Alpha-GPC : A 2003 study published in the journal Clinical Therapeutics found that the cholinergic precursors choline and lecithin (phosphatidylcholine) in the form of choline alfoscerate (Alpha-GPC), and naturally found in neuronal membranes, was tolerable and effective in the treatment of the cognitive symptoms of dementia disorders of the Alzheimer type.
- Saffron : A 2009 study published in the journal Psychopharmacology found that 22-weeks of saffron supplementation compared favorably to Aricept in the treatment of mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease.
- Combination of regular physical activity and Melatonin supplementation has been shown to provide a potent tool in the battle to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
- Sarcocephalus latifolius bark, with its potent antioxidant properties, could be a viable candidate as a treatment for AD
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.
