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How Sugar Increases Your Risk of Alzheimer’s
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...
Why Women Are More at Risk for Alzheimer’s — and What You Can Do About It
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...
Why the Standard Alzheimer’s Treatment Fails
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 for Alzheimer’s Prevention and Cognitive Decline Recovery
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 Healthy People Still Get Alzheimer’s — and How to Prevent It
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,...
How to Get Better Sleep: Reset Your Circadian Rhythm for Brain and Body Health
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...
Why People Fail at Alzheimer’s Prevention — and What to Do Instead
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...
How Colorful Foods Boost Brain Health and Prevent Alzheimer’s
Eat the Rainbow for a Healthier Brain One of the most powerful — and delicious — ways to improve your brain health is by eating a variety of colorful, plant-based foods every day. That’s because the pigments that give fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices their...
The Surprising Foods That May Be Increasing Your Risk of Alzheimer’s
Did you know the foods you eat every day could be quietly increasing your risk for Alzheimer’s disease? Most people think of sugar and processed foods as bad for the waistline or heart — but these foods can also take a serious toll on your brain. Here’s how some...
The Brain-Boosting Power of Exercise: A Must for Alzheimer’s Prevention
When you discover something related to Alzheimer’s disease that experts around the world agree on, it’s smart to take it seriously. As I often remind you, Alzheimer’s is complex, but the lifestyle changes that can help prevent or slow it down are not. They require...