Can GLP-1 Medications Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s? A Deeper Look at the Research and Practical Considerations
The potential of GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) to reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease has garnered significant attention. A recent study of 2.4 million U.S. veterans found a 12% lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s among those using GLP-1s compared to individuals on older diabetes medications. Given the growing burden of Alzheimer’s and […]
Arsenic Toxicity and Cognitive Decline: How Hidden Toxins Threaten Brain Health
Signs and Symptoms of Arsenic Toxicity (How You Know if You Have It) Arsenic toxicity can be a silent disruptor in the body, often accumulating over years without presenting obvious symptoms. However, over time, the signs become more evident, signaling chronic exposure and toxicity. Early symptoms may include fatigue, headaches, brain fog, and mood disturbances […]
Understanding POTS: A Functional Medicine Perspective
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition that has gained increasing attention in recent years, especially among patients dealing with chronic fatigue, dizziness, and brain fog. Functional medicine focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of POTS to restore balance and improve overall body function, offering a holistic and individualized approach to healing. […]
Supporting Brain Health with Late-Life Cognitive Activities
In a world full of strip-mall gyms, fad fitness classes, and social media #fitnessmotivation, we’re constantly reminded to exercise our bodies. Physical exercise helps your brain and body avoid many of the negative effects of aging, but did you know it’s just as important to exercise your brain as well? Whether you flex your mental muscles with […]
Rethinking Fluoride: Protecting Brain and Oral Health
Fluoride has long been championed as a tool for cavity prevention, but growing evidence challenges its safety, particularly when it comes to brain health. Studies link high fluoride exposure to lower IQ scores in children and cognitive decline in adults, raising serious concerns about its widespread use, especially in public water systems. While fluoride does […]
Sugar and Alzheimer’s Disease
If you’ve ever tried to limit how much sugar you eat, you may have noticed how sugar seems to be in nearly everything. From peanut butter to salad dressing to marinara sauce, it can be found in the most unexpected products! Even foods that we all think of as healthy, such as juice, smoothies, and […]
Optimizing Brain Health with Coconut Oil
You have probably heard about coconut oil and its multiple health benefits. Whether in your hair, food pantry, or medicine cabinet, it’s a go-to product and ingredient used by many. Talk of coconut oil seems to come up everywhere, from your feed on social media to the items in your grocery store. Coconut oil is believed […]
Why Brain Exercise Is An Important Part of Your Fitness Goals
In a world full of strip-mall gyms, fad fitness classes, and social media #fitnessmotivation, we’re constantly reminded to exercise our bodies. Physical exercise helps your brain and body avoid many of the negative effects of aging, but did you know it’s just as important to exercise your brain as well? Whether you flex your mental muscles with […]
Smoking and Alzheimer’s Disease
Along with all the other major risks of smoking, there is also strong evidence to suggest that smoking may contribute to your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The consequences of smoking are widespread, harming nearly every organ in your body, including your brain. Current smokers, compared with those who have never smoked, have shown a 40% increase in the risk of […]
How Does Drinking Alcohol Affect Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Disease?
When it comes to overconsumption of alcohol, there are numerous well-documented unfavorable effects on your health, both for the short and long term. Too much alcohol can increase inflammation and contribute to brain damage that may lead to cognitive decline and, ultimately, Alzheimer’s disease. Alcohol, Alzheimer’s, and Amyloid Plaques A recent study on alcohol and Alzheimer’s revealed that consuming large amounts […]
