When it comes to Alzheimer’s prevention, there’s a critical but often ignored factor: brain insulin resistance, sometimes called Type 3 diabetes. Research shows that up to 80% of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s have some degree of brain insulin resistance. This...

If You Could Know Alzheimer’s Risk Years in Advance — Would You Want To? For decades, most people said “no” because Alzheimer’s was seen as inevitable and incurable. But today, research shows there is so much that can be done to identify and address the root causes...

If you’re concerned about brain health, there’s one critical protector you may not be thinking about: your blood-brain barrier (BBB). This microscopic defense shield is your brain’s first line of defense against Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases. What...

Is Sugar Quietly Damaging Your Brain? It might surprise you to learn that sugar is the largest source of calories for most people. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the average American consumes 150 to 170 pounds of sugar per year — the equivalent of...

Did you know that women are nearly twice as likely as men to develop Alzheimer’s disease — even without a strong genetic predisposition? In fact, of the more than 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, two-thirds are women. And if you’re like me — a woman with a...

  We’ve all been taught to follow our doctor’s instructions. But when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease, is that really the best choice? The answer is: not always. If your doctor tells you that standard medications or clinical trials are your only options — and...

Why I Test Micronutrient Levels I was recently asked why I test micronutrient levels as part of my approach to Alzheimer’s prevention and cognitive decline recovery. Today, I’m sharing that answer — along with details about the type of micronutrient testing I use that...

Why Do “Healthy” People Still Get Alzheimer’s? If you’ve ever wondered how someone who seems healthy their whole life can end up with Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone. In this blog, I’m answering that exact question because this topic is especially important for women,...

When was the last time you had a truly restful night’s sleep — one where you fell asleep easily, stayed asleep all night, and woke up refreshed and energized? If it’s been a while, you’re not alone. Poor sleep is incredibly common, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal or...

If you have a family history of Alzheimer’s or have been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), you probably understand how important early action is to prevent dementia. But despite good intentions, many people still fail to protect their brain health. Why...