A new long-term study from Japan suggests that a high-fiber diet can reduce the risk of dementia, particularly through soluble fiber. The researchers found that participants with a higher fiber intake had a 26 percent lower risk of dementia.
At regular intervals, we would like to draw your attention to current articles from the Internet that are closely related to our core topic of lifestyle-oriented and self-responsible prevention and treatment of dementia and their relevance. The opinions expressed in the above articles are intended to serve as a stimulus for critical debate. They do not necessarily correspond to the positions we represent, but in all cases they enrich the basis for discussion. At the end of each press article we refer to our scientifically based KsD articles - please take a look for yourself!
Gluten can trigger inflammation in the gut and brain in people with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivity, which could increase the risk of dementia. The main causes are a damaged intestinal and blood-brain barrier as well as cross-reactions between gluten antibodies and brain proteins.
The Lancet Commission's report on dementia prevention emphasizes the central role of prevention strategies and adds two new risk factors to the 12 already identified: Visual impairment and high cholesterol. The message is clear: prevention is possible, and by taking action we can significantly reduce the risk of dementia.
Cognoscopy combines laboratory examinations and cognitive tests for the early detection of Alzheimer's disease. With these examinations, you can proactively minimize your risk factors and maintain your quality of life into old age.
The edible mushroom Hericium erinaceus is increasingly becoming the focus of dementia research. Thanks to its bioactive substances such as hericenone and erinacine, the mushroom exhibits a variety of neuroprotective properties. These have already been proven in clinical studies with Alzheimer's patients, where they led to an improvement in cognitive abilities.
Studies show a link between chronic stress and the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. A breathing technique could help reduce this risk by reducing stress and inducing changes in the brain that are associated with biomarkers for Alzheimer's disease.
At regular intervals, we would like to draw your attention to current articles from the Internet that are closely related to our core topic of lifestyle-oriented and self-responsible prevention and treatment of dementia and their relevance. The opinions expressed in the above articles are intended to serve as a stimulus for critical debate. They do not necessarily correspond to the positions we represent, but in all cases they enrich the basis for discussion. At the end of each press article we refer to our scientifically based KsD articles - please take a look for yourself!
A new animal model sheds light on the dark mystery of Alzeheim disease. A molecule called MEG 3 is capable of causing human brain cells to die, making it a potential risk factor for Alzeheimer's disease.
The fact that our health begins in the gut has been known for thousands of years. Today it is clear that our intestines are more than just a "digestive tube", as this important organ fulfils a variety of other functions. For example, a disturbance of gut health is directly related to the development of chronic diseases. The intestinal flora, i.e. the microbial colonization of the intestinal mucosa, plays a particularly important role in this process. The intestinal flora is also known as the 'intestinal microbiota'. It is the most important part of our immune system and thus offers us effective protection against infection.
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