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“Several studies have now shown that TBI can start an inflammatory cascade in the brain that leads to a much higher risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. People with the apoE4 allele, which is the highest known risk factor for Alzheimer's disease besides age, are twice as likely to get Alzheimer's disease than those without apoE4.”

“". Alcohol use disorder has complex environmental and genetic causes and is associated neuropsychiatric diseases such as depression attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, psychotic disorders, and dementia, among others.”

“There have been several associative studies that have found that caffeine consumption is associated with a 36% lower dementia risk. But this study was an in-vitro study (meaning it was done in cultured cells) so it is too early to say whether drinking a cup of coffee will boost the activity of this enzyme in humans but hopefully, future studies will illuminate this.”

“Testosterone is the primary male sex hormone, crucial for maintaining fertility and maintaining male sexual characteristics. Some evidence suggests testosterone is neuroprotective. A recent study found that lower testosterone levels are linked with a higher risk for dementia.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses xylitol safety, strategies to reduce hemoglobin A1C, klotho and dementia risk, and the timing of hormone replacement therapy.

“Genetic predisposition, altered glucose uptake in the brain, high blood pressure, and other factors can weaken the barrier's integrity, allowing endotoxins and inflammatory immune cells to infiltrate the brain and increasing a person's risk for dementia.”

“The greatest reductions in risk were seen around 7,000 steps per day, which was associated with a 47% lower risk of death, a 25% lower risk of developing heart disease, a 38% lower risk of dementia, and a 22% lower risk of depressive symptoms.”

“A growing number of studies have also demonstrated the benefits of omega-3 supplementation in adults with dementia. Authors of a recent report investigated the effects of omega-3 supplementation in adults without cognitive decline.”

“A similar study that followed more than 67,000 people with diabetes for five years demonstrated that metformin use was associated with lower rates of dementia compared to those who used other diabetes medications.”

“However, they did not show any improvements in metabolic function. These findings suggest that strawberry supplementation improves cognitive function in middle-aged adults, potentially reducing the risk of dementia, but has little effect on metabolic function.”