Scientists have made claims to have discovered markers for early staging of Alzheimer’s in several patients by evaluating spinal tap outcomes. According to the researchers the study findings are almost hundred percent precise in forecasting the disease among several patients. However, several specialists have raised doubts about the reliability of such findings. Some experts point out that despite the test being a progress and having incredible study potential there is a dodgy, though inadvertent result of the hundred percent precision. Individuals not on the swift path to the disease would land up pointlessly petrified due to an affirmative test outcome. Others point out that the test would be beneficial for study, conducting medicine trials on a set of individuals who might be at an elevated  [...]

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most prevalent form of mental decline and having a damaging effect on the brain. This disease leads to progressive memory loss and inability of speaking, thinking and carrying out day-to-day tasks. Alzheimer’s is always noted to worsen with passage of time; however the rate of progression would vary in each case. A number of individuals become incapable of performing every day chores early on whereas there are others who would continue doing moderately well till a much advanced staging of the disease. Causes of Alzheimer’s disease Researchers are still not able to totally comprehend what the causes of Alzheimer’s disease actually are, however it is apparent that AD develops due to a composite sequence of events what occur in the brain over protracted  [...]

Research has documented common patterns of progression of the disease. Appropriate Alzheimers stages have thus been identified. There are seven stages of Alzheimers. By classifying the disease into stages, researchers find it easy to make concrete plans. It also throws insight into the development of the disease. The disease will not progress at the same rate for two individuals. The duration of the disease varies from 3 to 20 years. The symptoms belonging to the seven stages vary from unimpaired function to severe cognitive malfunction. The following are the seven stages of Alzheimers: Stage 1: No impairment During this stage, there are no memory problems. There is no presence of other symptoms as well. Stage 2: Very mild cognitive decline There is mild memory loss at this stage.  [...]

Alzheimer’s disease has affected more than 4.5 million people in the United States. It is a brain disorder that is progressive in nature. It gradually affects all cognitive functions, including memory, learning, reason, and communication. The ability to make judgments and carry out daily activities is severely hampered. As the disorder progresses, the personality and behavior of the individual alter. It results in paranoia, anxiety, agitation, delusions, and hallucinations. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, which affects brain cells and causes a decline in the mental function. When dealing with causes of Alzheimer’s disease, research does not point to one single cause. There are many risk factors to be considered, while tackling the causes of Alzheimer’s disease. Effect  [...]

An international team of scientists led by the University of Cardiff in Wales, UK have discovered two new genes responsible for significantly increasing the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. 80 percent of the risks of Alzheimer’s are due to genetic factors. Until this study only one gene, APOE4 had been linked to Alzheimer's disease increasing the probability of risk by two to four times. But it only accounts for a very small part of the genetic risk. There was therefore extensive world wide research for other disease related genes which till date remained elusive. Hence the significance of the discovery of the two new genes CLU and PICALM linked to the disease. Hailed by Welsh Minister Rhodri Morgan as a "real feather in the cap of Welsh science", the study is a collaborative effort of  [...]

Olive oil is an important ingredient of the cuisine of the Middle East and the Mediterranean countries. In liturgy it is associated with all ceremonies right from cradle to the grave. The chemical composition and medicinal values of the oil has been subject of intensive investigations over many years. In 2005  Gary K Beauchamp of Monell institute  found out that  the oral irritation quality was found to be  due to Oleocanthal( present  to the extent of  9 mg per 50 g of the oil)  having  also anti-inflammatory action similar to  Ibuprofen. Ibuprofen is known to be- associated with a decreased risk of Alzheimer's when used regularly. Oleocanthal, is now reported to have an ability to change the structure of the protein deposits in the brain found in Alzheimer’s disease and to prevent  [...]

Alzheimer ’s disease is the most prevalent, distressing form of dementia wherein the affected person mostly the elderly age bracket, face difficulty in recollection, judging and thought process that hinders routine functioning in life. As the disease progresses memory failure along with other symptoms become evident. Though certain medications provide respite to many individuals, there is no cure in this type of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is summarised into three categories: The Early onset – an atypical type affecting lesser than 10% cases, in those below the age of 65. It is a form of untimely aging wherein persons with Down’s syndrome are at greater risk of getting it with an age bracket of 40 onwards to early years of 50 becoming symptomatic. The Late onset – also  [...]