Ancient Chinese medicinal herb can protect the brain from Alzheimer's Disease, study finds
Chinese scientists have highlighted the goji berry, traditionally cherished for its health benefits in China in the fight against Alzheimers
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JJ Shavit
- 3 days ago
Researchers find surprising connection between intermittent fasting and Alzheimer's disease
This novel approach could potentially redefine how we perceive and treat Alzheimer’s disease, turning our focus to our daily eating habits.
JD Shavit
- Nov 21
Groundbreaking study upends current knowledge regarding aging, Alzheimers and memory
This research challenges conventional wisdom, shedding light on the broader impact of Alzheimer's on brain function
JJ Shavit
- Nov 21
Scientists discover a significant connection between vaccinations and Alzheimers Disease
More than 6 million Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and with an aging national population, this number is bound to rise.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 19
Scientists develop memory-boosting protein to treat Alzheimer's Disease
The researchers have successfully genetically modified a key brain protein, LIMK1, which plays a critical role in memory processes.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 16
Scientists reveal the cause of Alzheimer’s disease - helping millions of people worldwide
Despite years of research, drugs designed to reduce the accumulation of these plaques have yielded, at best, mixed results at clinical trial
JJ Shavit
- Nov 6
Scientists discover the surprising cause of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
A groundbreaking study from OHSU has unveiled a new avenue of cell death in Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia
JJ Shavit
- Nov 4
Surprise connection between the gut, brain and Alzheimer's disease, study finds
Research reports for the first time a pathway that begins in the gut and ends with a potent pro-inflammatory toxin in brain cells.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 31
Natural dietary supplement successfully treats Alzheimers disease
For the first time, a researcher has determined that the naturally occurring dietary supplement, nicotinamide riboside, can enter the brain.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 28
Ancient Chinese medicinal herb can protect the brain from Alzheimer's
Often donned with the name 'wolfberry', the goji berry's vibrant orange-red hue and sweet-tart flavor are not its only attractions.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 27
Research finds surprising connection between intermittent fasting and Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer’s disease affects over 6 million Americans, and is often accompanied by disruptions in the body’s circadian rhythm.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 25
Scientists discover surprising connection between the gut and Alzheimer's disease
Researchers unveil a previously unknown pathway from the gut to the brain which may be a pivotal contributor to Alzheimer's disease
JJ Shavit
- Oct 22
Breakthrough new drug could prevent or treat Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
Researchers at Gladstone Institutes make a groundbreaking discovery about the APOE4 gene variant and Alzheimer's disease.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 21
Scientists reveal a critical link between vaccinations and Alzheimers Disease
More than 6 million Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and with an aging national population, this number is bound to rise.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 20
Breakthrough protein could defeat Alzheimer’s disease and increase productive lifespan
Beyond its physiological toll, Alzheimer’s casts long shadows over individuals' professional lives and eclipsing the joys of life’s twilight
JJ Shavit
- Oct 16
Researchers reveal the cause of Alzheimer’s disease - helping millions of people worldwide
Alzheimers is characterized by the accumulation of amyloid plaques, which are thought to be the cause of the disease's hallmark symptoms.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 12
Revolutionary Treatment for Reversing Brain Degeneration in Alzheimer's Patients
MIT scientists have discovered a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease by interfering with the activity of an enzyme.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 6
Researchers discover surprising cause of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
A groundbreaking study has unveiled a surprising new avenue of cell death in Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia
JJ Shavit
- Sep 28
Study finds surprising connection between intermittent fasting and Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer’s disease affects over 6 million Americans, is often accompanied by disruptions in the body’s circadian rhythm.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 28
Remarkable dietary supplement can successfully treat Alzheimers disease
Upon reaching the brain, NR can alter the metabolism of relevant biological pathways involved in neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s
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