Alzheimer’s disease

New Study Says Common Nutrient Deficiency May Raise Your Alzheimer’s Risk

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New Study Says Common Nutrient Deficiency May Raise Your Alzheimer’s Risk

Reviewed by dietitian Jessica Ball, MS, RD Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Choline is an essential micronutrient for a healthy brain and nervous system. Low levels of choline in the blood are linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Choline is found in seafood, meat, milk, nuts, potatoes, legumes and whole … Read more

This gross habit can reduce your risk of alzheimer’s by 37%, according to experts

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This gross habit can reduce your risk of alzheimer’s by 37%, according to experts

Instead of stopping to smell the flowers, scientists suggest stopping to smell your farts. While the thought may be enough to turn your stomach, scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine say that the gas behind the foul, rotten-egg odor, known as hydrogen sulfide, may help protect aging brain cells from Alzheimer’s disease. While the smelly gas … Read more