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Alzheimer's disease affects about 10% of people over
65 years old. This disease is a form of dementia and is the 4th
leading cause of death for people over 60. Alzheimer's can also affect
people as early as their 40's.
The disease includes progressive mental deterioration or memory loss
and reduction of abstract thought processes as well. Symptoms include
lack of concentration, depression, memory loss, personality changes,
mood swings, disorientation, and loss of bladder and bowel control.
Death usually occurs in 5 to 10 years.
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Nutrient
/ Supplement |
Helpful
notes |
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Boron |
this mineral improves
brain function |
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Inositol |
Preliminary double-blind studies
suggest that inositol may be useful for depression, panic
disorder, Alzheimer's disease, and depression. |
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Coenzyme
Q10 |
increases oxygenation to body
cells |
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Ginkgo
Biloba |
herb that serves as an
anti-oxidant and helps to increase blood flow to the brain.
Studies show it does help improve brain function which is
useful to people with Alzheimer's disease. |
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Potassium |
needed for electrolyte balance
especially if you take blood pressure medication. |
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Vitamin
B |
vitamin B helps brain function,
reduce depression, and improve memory. Can be taken in a
good multi-vitamin and mineral supplement. |
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Multi-vitamin |
vitamin B complex,
boron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, selenium, vitamin E all
serve to help people with Alzheimer's. |
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Selenium |
low intake of this mineral has
been linked to heart disease and cardiovascular problems a
good source for selenium is a natural multi-vitamin with complete
mineral supplementation. |
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Calcium |
has a calming effect and works
well with magnesium |
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