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Dale Bredesen, a researcher in Alzheimer’s disease, disagrees with the assertion that people don’t understand what causes Alzheimer’s and that it’s irreversible. He published a trial in 2020 where 84% of participants showed a reversal of symptoms and a decline in cognitive decline, with improvements also seen in their MRI scans. Bredesen believes that if people get evaluated and on active prevention at around the age of 40-45, Alzheimer’s can be prevented in most cases. The evaluation involves three things: a series of blood tests related to glucose and fructose levels, inflammatory pathways, and features of metabolic syndrome, such as obesity and diabetes, a cognoscopy, and brain imaging. Bredesen identifies carbs, glucose, sugar, and high fructose corn syrup as the main risk factors for Alzheimer’s.
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In a panel discussion with Dr. Dale Bredesen and Dr. Richard Johnson, two leading experts on Alzheimer’s, the connection between Covid-19 and increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s is explored. 45 million people in America are projected to die from Alzheimer’s disease, which is referred to as type 3 diabetes and is an insulin resistant state of the brain. The experts recommend a plant-rich ketogenic diet with appropriate periods of fasting and suggest completing a complete assessment of brain and blood levels as early as age 40 to start taking preventative measures against the disease. Both experts suggest that sugar and high fructose corn syrup are culprits that might have a role in causing Alzheimer’s.
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Expert Panel Discussion on Alzheimer’s Disease and Its Connection to Covid-19 and Sugar
Alzheimer’s disease is an increasingly common neurodegenerative disorder affecting millions of people worldwide, and according to experts, Covid-19 survivors are at an increased risk for developing this disease. In this video mini-series, two world-renowned experts discuss the connection between Alzheimer’s and sugar and how a comprehensive assessment of the brain, blood levels, and more can help individuals take preventative measures to protect themselves.
The Panelists – Dr. Dale Bredesen and Dr. Richard Johnson
Dr. Dale Bredesen is a leading neurodegenerative expert and the author of, The First Survivors of Alzheimer’s. He highlights personal accounts of patients who have survived Alzheimer’s and regained a life of meaning and fulfillment. Dr. Richard Johnson specializes in fructose research and authored the book, Nature Wants Us To Be Fat. His work focuses on revealing the connection between Alzheimer’s disease and sugar.
The Connection between Alzheimer’s and Covid-19
According to Dr. Bredesen, people who have contracted Covid-19 are at an increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s. This revelation is concerning because millions of people worldwide have contracted Covid-19. Therefore, it’s vital to understand the connection between this disease and Alzheimer’s disease so that preventive measures can be taken to protect oneself.
The Impact of Sugar on the Brain
Dr. Johnson emphasizes how sugar and high fructose corn syrup are major culprits that likely play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s. A ketogenic diet could be beneficial for people who want to adopt a preventive approach to lower their risk of developing the disease. However, Dr. Bredesen cautions that a “plant-rich ketogenic diet” is more effective for brain health.
Alzheimer’s as a Type 3 Diabetes
The panelists both agree that Alzheimer’s disease is an insulin resistant state of the brain. Therefore, features of metabolic syndrome such as obesity, diabetes, insulin resistance, are all risk factors for Alzheimer’s. Dr. Bredesen highlights that a complete assessment of one’s brain, blood levels, and more should be done as early as 40 years old, so preventive measures can be taken to protect oneself.
The Importance of Mental Performance
Dr. Bredesen highlights that when we are talking about Alzheimer’s, we are also talking about mental performance. Therefore, understanding how to protect and optimize the brain’s performance is critical for overall long-term wellness.
Conclusion
Alzheimer’s is a pervasive neurodegenerative disorder, and over 45 million people in America alone will die with this disease. Understanding the connection between Alzheimer’s and Covid-19, sugar, metabolic syndrome, and mental performance is crucial. A preventive approach is essential to protect oneself from the risks associated with this disease. Comprehensive assessment, a plant-rich ketogenic diet, and a focus on mental performance can help individuals take steps towards optimal health.
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On Today’s Episode:
If you think you really understand Alzheimer’s, think again! Alzheimer’s is scary to witness up close and personal and even scarier when you consider that anyone who’s had Covid-19 is at an increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s!
How many people in your immediate life does that impact?
This conversation is for the people who’ve had Covid-19, people who want to think sharper, and people who are worried about developing Alzheimer’s.
An astounding 45 million people currently living in America will die with Alzheimer’s disease and according to Dr Dale Bredesen, this number dwarfs the high rates of death we just experienced with Covid-19, it’s just a slower process.
This special episode is a panel discussion with two of the world’s leading experts on Alzheimer’s, Dr. Dale Bredesen and Dr. Richard Johnson.
Dr. Bredesen is an international neurodegenerative expert and the author of, The First Survivors of Alzheimers, a book that spotlights first person accounts of his patients that not only survived Alzheimers, but who got back a second life to live with meaning and fulfillment.
Dr. Richard Johnson, the fructose expert, wrote the book, Nature Wants Us To Be Fat. His focus and research points to the connection between Alzheimer’s disease and sugar.
This conversation between experts is enlightening and has a few points you’ll want to take note of to further discuss with your healthcare professional. Dr. Bredesen reveals why a complete assessment of your brain, blood levels and more needs to be completed as early as 40 years old to start taking preventative measures to protect yourself from Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s has been referred to as type 3 diabetes and both experts agree that this disease is an insulin resistant state of the brain. What can you start doing today to lower your risks and the risks of the people you love?
QUOTES:
“My generation, the old timers now, is the last generation that should fear Alzheimer’s, it is literally becoming optional” -Dale Bredesen
“Features of metabolic syndrome which is obesity, diabetes, insulin resistance, all of these are risk factors for Alzheimer’s.” -Richard Johnson
“Sugar and high fructose corn syrup are two major culprits that probably have a role in the cause of Alzheimer’s.” -Richard Johnson
“So many people get this wrong, a keto diet versus a plan rich keto diet, it makes all the difference. For brain health you want a plant rich ketogenic diet with appropriate periods of fasting.” -Dale Bredesen
“The hypothesis that we published is that fructose production in the brain may have a major role in causing Alzheimer’s.” -Richard Johnson
“When you’re talking about Alzheimer’s you’re also talking about mental performance.” -Dale Bredesen
“People who developed Covid-19 are at increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s.” -Dale Bredesen
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