Dr. Michael Greger, a physician and nutrition expert, advocates for a whole-food, plant-based diet to prevent, halt and even reverse chronic diseases, as detailed in his bestselling book "How Not to Die" (co-authored with Gene Stone). Greger's mission was sparked by his grandmother's recovery from end-stage heart disease through dietary changes, leading him to study … Continue reading Dr. Michael Greger’s “How Not To Die” shows the power of FOOD to prevent and reverse disease
Ivermectin’s neuroprotective properties could protect against damage from EMFs, vaccines
Science has uncovered more uses for the generic antiparasitic drug ivermectin, which was the subject of great controversy during the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) "pandemic" because it was recommended by President Trump as both a treatment and as a prophylactic for the illness. It turns out that ivermectin can be repurposed to treat many different health conditions beyond … Continue reading Ivermectin’s neuroprotective properties could protect against damage from EMFs, vaccines
The potential neuroprotective properties of salidroside from Rhodiola rosea
Researchers from China investigated the potential neuroprotective properties of salidroside, a chemical compound found in the plant Rhodiola rosea. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Microglial activation leads to increased production of pro-inflammatory enzymes and cytokines, which is considered to be a key factor in neurodegenerative diseases. Only a few drugs target microglial … Continue reading The potential neuroprotective properties of salidroside from Rhodiola rosea
Maintaining brain health: Keep your brain young with these supplements and lifestyle habits
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that impairs memory and other important cognitive functions. Today, it affects about 5.3 million Americans and is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. The number is alarming and continues to increase each year. Before it’s too late, take extra steps on keeping your brain young and … Continue reading Maintaining brain health: Keep your brain young with these supplements and lifestyle habits
Coconut oil studied for its potential to reverse Alzheimer’s
Could coconut oil help mitigate the effects of Alzheimer’s disease? Some research has indicated that it very well could be a natural way to boost cognition, and possibly even reverse the effects of this dreaded disease. Alzheimer’s disease is currently the most common form of dementia across the globe, and there is no currently recognized cure for … Continue reading Coconut oil studied for its potential to reverse Alzheimer’s
Strength training improves brain power, recent studies show
Did you know that strength training benefits more than just physical health? Many studies have shown that strength training can improve brain health, especially in older adults. Strength training is widely known for its benefits on the physical body; it can build and maintain muscle mass and strength, even in older adults. In recent years, researchers … Continue reading Strength training improves brain power, recent studies show
Food science: Indian herbs found to have profound protective effects against diabetes and Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease and type 2 diabetes have been linked to each other. When a person has diabetes, Alzheimer’s is more likely to occur too – most likely because of the insulin resistance, oxidative stress, and inflammation diabetes causes. Because of this, researchers at Yogi Vemana University in India aimed to develop natural powerful agents for dual therapy of … Continue reading Food science: Indian herbs found to have profound protective effects against diabetes and Alzheimer’s
Effortless yet effective way of boosting memory performance revealed, works for both young students and Alzheimer’s patients
The human memory is a fragile and often misunderstood thing. It’s well-known that the brain is the organ that is largely responsible for its formation and consolidation, although there is clearly so much more to it that experts still need to learn. A new set of studies helps make sense of the fact that some people … Continue reading Effortless yet effective way of boosting memory performance revealed, works for both young students and Alzheimer’s patients
More evidence Alzheimer’s and other dementia can be prevented: save your brain by preventing diabetes
Currently, an estimated 24 million people world-wide are living with Alzheimer's disease or some other type of the mind and personality-robbing affliction known as dementia. And the numbers keep climbing. But why? Mainstream medicine puts the blame on the fact people are living longer and genetics offers little hope to stop dementia unless Big Pharma … Continue reading More evidence Alzheimer’s and other dementia can be prevented: save your brain by preventing diabetes
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