Rethinking Alzheimer's: Dr. Dale Bredesen's Fresh Take on Treatment
Everything is the opposite of the way it should be, because we've been told that there's nothing you can do.
Imagine if everything you thought you knew about treating Alzheimer's was turned upside down. In this eye-opening episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen sit down with Dr. Dale Bredesen, author of 'The End of Alzheimer’s Program', to challenge the conventional approach to cognitive decline. For years, the focus has been on removing beta amyloid plaques, but Dr.
Bredesen flips the script by suggesting these plaques might actually be the brain's way of protecting itself from injury. He uses a vivid analogy of a root with multiple holes to illustrate the many pathways leading to plaque formation. Rather than just targeting these plaques, he advocates for addressing the root causes like insulin resistance, toxin exposure, and lack of trophic support.
This episode dives into why anti-amyloid drugs often fall short and offers practical advice on preventing misdiagnosis and pseudodementia, conditions that can mimic Alzheimer's symptoms. If you're looking for a fresh perspective on cognitive health, this conversation is packed with insights that could change how you think about brain health forever.