Potential Preventative Therapy for Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers have found that an existing drug for HIV, NRTIs, could potentially double as a preventative therapy for Alzheimer’s disease by reducing the risk of developing the common form of dementia. Clinical trials are being called for to further investigate the use of NRTIs in treating Alzheimer’s.

Alzheimer's Drug Donanemab

An experimental Alzheimer’s drug, donanemab, was endorsed by a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel. The drug is designed to treat symptoms of early Alzheimer’s disease and has shown promising results in clinical trials.

Benefits of Eating Pomegranates for Alzheimer’s Patients

Eating pomegranates, strawberries, and walnuts containing urolithin A could help improve memory among Alzheimer’s patients, according to research. Urolithin A removes weak mitochondria from the brain, restoring cognitive function. Clinical trials are planned for humans.