Alzheimer’s remains one of the most feared diseases in the United States. Affecting approximately 6.2 million Americans, the incidence is expected to triple by 2050. After decades of research, no truly effective medical treatment exists.
The currently approved Alzheimer’s medications are, unfortunately, ineffective in stopping or slowing this devastating disease, which robs victims of their lives long before they’re gone.
It may be that scientists are looking in the wrong places for an effective treatment. Rather than a magic pill, it may be something as basic as a combination of anti-inflammatories, proper diet and supplements, and avoidance of toxins.
The first new treatment for Alzheimer’s in 18 years, Aduhelm, was designed to remove amyloid plaques in the brain. These plaques are seen on autopsy and have long been thought to be associated with Alzheimer’s. Even though Aduhelm targeted the plaques, it was ineffective in stopping or reversing cognitive decline. The Food and Drug Administration gave conditional approval for Aduhelm in June 2021 over the objections of an advisory panel. It also wasn’t recommended by European authorities. Most experts agree that Aduhelm has been disappointing at best….