Does vitamin D provide a treatment effect for Alzheimer’s patients?
A new trial found that vitamin D may help decrease plaque build-up in the brain in Alzheimer’s patients over the age of 60 years.
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Vitamin D Council Podcast 12: Sir Michael Berridge
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Sir Michael Berridge joins Dr. Cannell to share his theory that vitamin D deficiency may contribute to memory loss in those with Alzheimer’s Disease.
Closer look: low vitamin D status may increase risk of dementia
Dr. Cannell evaluates the study that found low vitamin D levels may lead greater cognitive decline in older adults.
Low vitamin D status may increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease
An article published by Time Magazine discusses recent study that found insufficient vitamin D may lead to greater cognitive decline in older adults.
Meta-analysis suggests vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
A meta-analysis of five studies found that vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
New research indicates vitamin D may help slow progression of Alzheimer’s disease
Patients with Alzheimer’s disease who were treated with vitamin D experienced a slower progression of the disease, according to research.
Animal study: Activated vitamin D reduces plaques in the brain and improves cognition in Alzheimer’s disease
In a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), supplementation with activated vitamin D reduces plaques in the brain and improves cognition.
Meta-analysis and systematic review: Low vitamin D linked to cognitive decline
Dr Cannell discusses the latest systematic review and meta-analysis on vitamin D and cognitive function.
A closer look at the skin cancer-Alzheimer’s link
Researchers discover that non-melanoma skin cancer is highly correlated with a reduction in risk of Alzheimer’s. What does Dr Cannell think?
Does skin cancer decrease the risk of Alzheimer’s?
Older people with nonmelanoma skin cancers may be less likely to develop Alzheimer’s, according to new research published in Neurology.
