Alzheimer’s

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    The latest developments in brain health

    By Dr. Ronald Hoffman

    Prevalence of Unrecognized Cognitive Impairment in Federally Qualified Health Centers: This is an alarming review that, on the one hand, highlights the pervasiveness of cognitive decline among senior U.S. adults; on the other, that underscores the impact of poverty on…read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

  • Keto diet product at white wooden table. Salmon, olive oil, avocado, eggs, nuts and vegetables.

    Leyla Weighs In: Fat—our primary fuel

    By Leyla Muedin MS, RD, CDN

    At this point in time, and in science, we know that low-fat diets aren’t helpful. Indeed, they’re harmful. The Dietary Guidelines which encourage the substitution of fats with carbohydrates have caused our rampant epidemics of obesity and type 2 diabetes….read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

  • Kombucha tea with lemon and sweetened root filling in glass jug on kitchen background.

    August auguries 2023

    By Dr. Ronald Hoffman

    Fragrant memories: One of the most remarkable stories of the summer comes to us from researchers at the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior at UC Irvine. The role of smells in kindling recollections has long been a literary theme, most prominently in the…read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

  • Confused angry woman looking at smartphone screen, sitting on couch at home, dissatisfied shocked young female having problem with discharged or broken device, reading spam message or bad news

    The 14 worst health news stories of 2022 (part one)

    By Dr. Ronald Hoffman

    In keeping with an Intelligent Medicine tradition, as the year draws to a close, I offer you a compendium of the worst health news stories of 2022. It’s kind of like the late Mr. Blackwell’s list of the year’s Worst-Dressed Women. These stories…read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

  • When narratives overtake science

    When narratives overtake science

    By Dr. Ronald Hoffman

    Narrative: “A story or account of events, experiences, or the like, whether true or fictitious . . . a story that connects and explains a carefully selected set of supposedly true events, experiences, or the like, intended to support a particular…read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

  • Feed Your Head

    Feed Your Head

    By Dr. Ronald Hoffman

    Repairing Myelin: Recently, on our Q&A with Leyla podcast, we had a question from a listener who was suffering from CIDP (Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy). It’s an autoimmune disease that attacks the nerves, targeting the myelin protein that acts as an “insulator” around…read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

  • The impact of diet and supplements on four key areas of health

    Research Roundup: The impact of diet and supplements on four key areas of health

    By Dr. Ronald Hoffman

    Does dairy increase the risk of breast cancer? The role of dairy products in the promotion of breast cancer has been controversial. When I was a macrobiotic vegan 40 years ago, it was taken a given: How could the unnatural…read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

  • Five reasons why a person with dementia may refuse to eat

    Five reasons why a person with dementia may refuse to eat

    By Marlene Hollick, Ed.D., M.P.H., R.D.

    It can be frightening as well as frustrating when your loved one refuses to eat their once-favorite foods or drink liquids regularly. It is potentially dangerous as well – dehydration and unintended weight loss can contribute to a decline in…read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

  • 20 ways exercise benefits your health (part one)

    20 ways exercise benefits your health (part one)

    By Dr. Ronald Hoffman

    As the weather warms up and gyms reopen, more Americans are shaking off lockdown and re-engaging with exercise. As you huff and puff your way back to optimal condition, here’s a little inspiration to keep you motivated: 1) Cardiovascular: It’s axiomatic…read more

    Categories: Alzheimer’s

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