In the early 1900s, Dr. Alois Alzheimer performed an autopsy on the body of a patient who had died after symptoms of dementia. In his investigation, he observed formations in the brain tissue that have become known as “amyloid plaques,” and the condition received his name. This plaque buildup has been the focus of research and proposed medications for decades. In more recent years, the urgency to understand this disease has become more obvious as a 2023 article in the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Journal reported a 145% increase in deaths from Alzheimer’s between 2000 and 2019. Although billions of dollars have been applied in researching medications to stop or reverse the progress of Alzheimer’s, a medical solution has not been found.
In 2017, Dr. Dale Bredesen, published “The End of Alzheimer’s,” which has become a New York Times Bestseller, and Dr. David Perlmutter describes as “a monumental work.” Dr. Bredesen not only describes the discovery of the cause of Alzheimer’s, but also presents the solution, which his team has effectively used to help hundreds of clients stop the progress of Alzheimer’s and in many cases reverse the symptoms.
Dr. Bredesen describes the discovery of the amyloid precursor protein as the key to understanding the progress of cognitive decline. Every human being produces amyloid precursor proteins in various cells of the body including brain cells. How your body processes these precursor proteins determines whether amyloid plaques develop or not. Dr. Bredesen presents four primary causes for amyloid plaques to develop: 1) Inflammation, 2) Glucose toxicity, 3) Nutrient deficiency, and 4) Environmental toxicity. When one or more of these causes become predominant in your body, then amyloid plaques will begin to build up. When you make a priority to remove these causes from your body, the brain can return to clarity and health.
In other words, Alzheimer’s disease can be described as a metabolic disorder, which can be addressed with dietary changes and nutrition. Inflammation can be addressed with whole food sources and healthy oils. Glucose toxicity, often associated with diabetes, can be reversed by consuming foods that have a low glycemic index. Nutrient deficiencies can be identified with proper blood tests and whole food choices, and environmental toxins can be removed from your body through guided detoxification protocols. Dr. Bredesen presents testimonials from clients who have followed these steps to return to active lifestyles.
Adding quality fats, fermented foods, fresh vegetables and fruits, and removing quick, processed foods from your lifestyle can make a significant difference in your brain activity. According to the Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Prevention Program at Loma Linda University over ninety percent of Alzheimer’s cases can be prevented with simple changes in diet and lifestyle. Contact me to discuss your health goals for the coming year. Nutrition is designed for healing. I can help you reach greater health freedom in 2026. Contact me at nutritionproportion@gmail.com, or check out my website at www.nutritionproportion.net
