Alzheimer’s linked to faulty cellular “garbage disposal”...
There’s evidence that lysosomes, which are designed to digest and dispose of cellular garbage, may contribute to Alzheimer’s when they’re not working properly....
read moreAlzheimer’s traits vary by race
There’s new evidence that the pathologies and changes associated with Alzheimer’s may vary by race....
read moreMidlife changes in spinal fluid may predict Alzheimer’s
Researchers found that people between 45 and 54 who had decreases in cerebrospinal beta-amyloid 42 were more likely to have brain plaques later....
read moreOrgan transplant meds may also prevent Alzheimer’s in recipients...
A study of organ transplant recipients found that Alzheimer’s is almost absent among the group, compared to 15.3% of the general population over 75 who have Alzheimer’s....
read moreHigh blood sugar may be a cause of Alzheimer’s
Researcher believe one of the drivers of Alzheimer’s is the accumulation of plaques of beta-amyloid, which can be sped up by too much sugar in the blood....
read moreHealthy diets make brighter brains
In a study of nearly 28,000 people 55 and older, researchers found that those who ate healthy foods had a smaller drop in brain power....
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