The Alzheimer's Prevention and Treatment Diet: Using Nutrition to Combat the Effects of Alzheimer's Disease

Neurologist Isaacson (Alzheimer's Prevention: A Patient and Family Guide) and clinical scientist Ochner, editor-in-chief for the International Journal of Nutrition,) have put together a comprehensive yet easy-to-follow nutritional guide for the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Their insights draw from both clinical research and years of firsthand experience with patients. While Alzheimer's currently has no cure or known cause, the authors show that there are steps one can take to reduce or even prevent its progression. Isaacson and Ochner provide an overview of the disease, including its different stages. Many factors affect brain health over a lifetime, including exercise, sleep patterns, and social interaction, and the authors emphasize the significance of diet. Aiming to provide realistic and straightforward guidance, Isaacson and Ochner recommend a diet that incorporates, among other things, a limited number of low-glycemic foods (carbohydrates that take longer to break down) and an abundance of fruits and vegetables. They take the guesswork out of creating a healthy and appealing diet by providing lists of recommended food and supplements, serving sizes, and weekly menu ideas. This book is recommended for anyone who cares about long-term mental health. (Apr.)