Alzheimer’s Disease – Indian Diet is Biggest Cause, Diet Solutions to Avoid Dementia

Alzheimer’s Link with Diet Rich in Vit B12 and Omega-3 Fatty Acids

New research from Oxford University reveals a staggering 73% of Dementia cases could be PREVENTED. The key? A powerful nutritional synergy that mainstream medicine is overlooking and majority of Indian plates / food thalis are severely deficient in. Read on..

For Seniors, Dementia is the 2nd most common disease / condition, after potential risks of cancers and it is being increasingly realised that food habots could potentially lower the rsik for Dementia, if not cancers.

The Brain Shrinkage Crisis – Human brain is literally SHRINKING, some reports suggest that human brain has shrunk by approx. 50 gm over the last 70 years driven largely by our lower intake of Omega-3 fatty acids from fish. And why exactly human brain is shrinking is because of the incontrovertible fact that our consumption of Omega-3 fatty acids from fish, has crashed while consumption of inflammatory Omega-6 fatty acids have sky rocketed.

Indians in the past used to have extensive consumption of home made butter and clarified butter as well as coconut oil, these being only cooking oils used, before savvy marketing established omega-6 rich vegetable oils and hydrogenated fats as mainstay of cooking, thus leading to an increase in inflammatory diseases including Alzheimer’s.

Omega -3 Fatty Acids – available only from animal food sources, are so vital that, the more Omega-3 fatty acids you consume, the more physical brain matter you have. It’s the foundation of cognition. Best of Omega-3 fatty acids are available only from fatty fish as well as in very small amounts in animal fats such as clarified butter/ghee.

The “SMASH” Protocol – There still is a chance to reverse the trend of brain shinkage and potentially avoid risk of Dementia / Alzheimer’s with the right fuel. The right fuel is SMASH – Salmon – Mackerel – Anchovies – Sardines – Herring.    These oily fish are your brain’s best defense.

The Critical Co-Factors – While Omega-3 fatty acids are critically important but these are NOT a solo act. Increased consumption or supplementation of Omega-3 fatty acids alone will not do the trick as you require essential co-factors in form of B-Vitamins for the full benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids to play out.

Oxford University researchers made a landmark discovery: Omega-3s and B vitamins are an inseparable duo. One DOES NOT work without the other. Vit B12, critical for brain health and found in meat/fish/eggs, is poorly absorbed as we age. Vegans are at extreme risk with ZERO natural B12 and hence may have to alter the contents of their plates, even if secretly, or rely on supplements.

The 73% Reduction Protocol – The Oxford study gave B vitamins, specifically Vit B12, Folic Acid and Vit B6 – to people with pre-dementia. The results were explosive, but ONLY in those with sufficient Omega-3 and not in the group which had lower levels / lower consumption of Omega-3 fatty acids.

In the group with high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids, increased dietary intake and supplementation with Vit B12 resulted in significant reduction in brain shrinkage by 73% within just one year.

Conclusion from the Study – The beneficial effect of B vitamin treatment on brain atrophy was observed only in subjects with high plasma Omega-3 (ω-3) fatty acids. It is also suggested that the beneficial effect of Omega-3 (ω-3) fatty acids on brain atrophy may be confined to subjects with good B vitamin status. The results highlight the importance of identifying subgroups likely to benefit in clinical trials. This trial was registered at www.controlled-trials.com as ISRCTN94410159.

The Bottom Line: You must address BOTH. – No Omega-3? Your B vitamins can’t do their job. – No B Vitamins? Your Omega-3 is ineffective. This is the powerful, synergistic shield your brain needs. It’s not just about one pill or one food. It’s about the alliance, its about symphony of foods rich in Omega-3s as well as B-Vitamins.

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