2024-03-15 14:39:03
By Simon Flückiger/March 15, 2024/ 17 Views
Dear friend, dear friend,
Alzheimer’s disease is a very severe form of dementia(1,2).
It represents more than half of cases of dementia in people aged over 60(2).
In Europe, 10 million patients are affected. And the numbers are increasing.
Alzheimer’s is described as a neurodegenerative disease: the brain is affected and the patient’s situation deteriorates over time(2).
Cognitive functions decline as neurons become exhausted.
It is a difficult illness to live with for the patient and their loved ones.
Progressive and disabling symptoms
One of the most common signs of Alzheimer’s is memory loss. (3)
It starts with forgetting recently learned information.
This can be names, appointments, dates or important events(3).
Likewise, it becomes more difficult for the patient to solve problems and plan their actions.
Everyday movements are less fluid. The patient, if he works, can no longer do it.
Gradually, he loses his autonomy(3).
Time and place are more and more uncertain. The patient is confused. He no longer knows what day it is, nor where he is, nor even what he is doing there.
Everything is getting a little blurry. The patient does not recognize himself in front of the mirror (3).
The patient is searching for words. He can no longer get to the end of his explanations or even his sentence.
He loses things and puts his things in unexpected places. He can accuse others of having stolen them from him (3).
He is unable to retrace his steps.
His judgment weakens. He is, therefore, no longer capable of making a decision or evaluating the consequences, which makes him easy prey for scammers.
While becoming aware of these symptoms, which increase over time, the patient will tend to isolate himself.
His mood may change. He becomes anxious, fearful, depressed, confused and sometimes suspicious(3).
Doctors are today helpless in the face of this pathology.
Is it a genetic disease?
Hereditary cases of Alzheimer’s exist. But concern less than 5% of patients.
On the other hand, there is a specific form of Alzheimer’s called EOAD (early onset Alzheimer disease) which affects certain families(4).
This is a rare and early-onset Alzheimer’s disease.
But in the vast majority of cases, Alzheimer’s disease is caused by the patient’s environment (2,4).
The risk increases with passing years, but age is not necessarily the highest risk.
To avoid Alzheimer’s, it is good to start by fighting the identified causes of the disease.
Over the past 20 years, research has progressed in this area even if not all doctors are necessarily aware of these developments(1,2).
Here are some avenues worth exploring.
Hypothesis 1: pathogens are responsible for Alzheimer’s
More and more researchers believe that Alzheimer’s disease is linked to a brain infection. (1,2)
Different pathogens have been identified as potentially associated with Alzheimer’s.
It can be bacteria like (2):
Chlamydia pneumoniae which affects the respiratory system, Borrelia burgdorferi, a spirochete present in Lyme disease, Treponema pallidum, a spirochete responsible for syphilis.
Spirochetes are bacteria whose filamentous form is spiral like a corkscrew.
They are mobile and can remain inactive in the body for a long time before waking up.
Likewise, certain fungi might be associated with Alzheimer’s such as (2):
Candida albicans, C. famata, C. glabrata, Pemphigus betae Syncephalastrum racemosum
Finally, certain families of viruses are also affected, such as:
HSV or herpes simplex virus, CMV cytomegalovirus, EBV Epstein-Barr virus (responsible for mononucleosis), HHV human herpesviruses
Herpes is present in 50% of adults worldwide and its presence is increasing over time(2).
A body of clues supports the hypothesis
Researchers posed this hypothesis following analyzing the genes involved in Alzheimer’s disease(2).
In fact, they identified around twenty genes associated with Alzheimer’s, some of which are linked to immunity.
The hypothesis seemed confirmed when researchers transmitted Alzheimer’s disease by inoculating extracts from diseased brains into rodents and primates(2).
Similarly, blood tests in elderly people with Alzheimer’s have confirmed the presence of infectious agents(2).
There is therefore a body of evidence which seems to indicate an active role of microbes in the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.
The question therefore arises as to whether we can limit this risk.
Herpes specifically identified as possible cause of Alzheimer’s
While reading these works, I might not help but think of those of Dr Bruno Donatin i in another field(5,6).
Indeed, this gastroenterologist, to treat his patients suffering from different intestinal disorders, is interested in their viral history (5,6).
He studies, in particular the mouths of his patients, which allows him to have an idea of the viruses which weaken them and among them, we find herpes and EBV.
It then offers support which makes it possible to limit this viral presence in particular thanks to mycotherapy: the use of therapeutic mycelia.
Mycelia are the underground filaments of mushrooms.
But I am not going to go into detail here regarding the approach that this doctor proposes.
If you want to understand how he works, the best thing is to come meet him and listen to him on June 8 and 9 at the Université du Ventre in Paris (Program and registrations here)(7).
This doctor is no longer taking new patients because he is so busy. But during the congress, he will be available for two days to discuss with the patients or therapists present.
He will give detailed lectures on Saturday and Sunday.
Hypothesis 2: Brain inflammation triggers Alzheimer’s
This theory is partly linked to the first.
Scientists realized that in Alzheimer’s patients, many pro-inflammatory molecules were in circulation(2).
These molecules come from the overactivity of the immune system. (2)
The human body’s defense cells, such as macrophages and others, are in a constant state of alert and end up poisoning the brain and its neurons (2,4).
This inflammation is partly caused by microbes present in the brain(2).
Whatever the cause of the inflammation, it is however possible to partially regulate it by:
working on the vagus nerve (physical activity, breathing exercises, singing, etc.), adopting a protective Mediterranean or Okinawan type diet.
These foods are rich in plants which provide fiber and minerals.
They are also rich in omega 3 (seafood) and antioxidants.
Finally, in patients with Alzheimer’s, the ketogenic diet can provide better well-being, particularly at the start of the disease.
Hypothesis 3: Aluminum accumulated in the brain contributes to Alzheimer’s disease
This cause was identified by Professor Christopher Exley who devoted his entire academic life to aluminum and its dangers for human health.
I had the opportunity to interview him a few years ago during an IPSN conference. You will find the video here (9).
With his team, they notably analyzed human brain tissue from patients who died of Alzheimer’s disease(10).
They found significant quantities of aluminum there.
To avoid accumulating aluminum in the body, it must be helped to evacuate it.
This can be done by consuming silicon which is found in certain waters such as Volvic.
But ginkgo biloba herbal tea can also help you (11).
Finally, common sense would dictate that we avoid consuming products containing aluminum such as certain industrial foods (white sandwich bread, baking powder, deodorants, certain medications and certain vaccines)(12).
But common sense does not always follow the direction of official recommendations…
Naturally yours,
Augustine of Livois
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