Further Readings for Lesson 2:Key Concepts in ‘The End of Alzheimer’s’

Recommended Reading List

Books:

1. The Alzheimer's Solution: A Breakthrough Program to Prevent and Reverse the Symptoms of Cognitive Decline at Every Age by Dean and Ayesha Sherzai

   This book offers a comprehensive approach to preventing and reversing cognitive decline, providing practical strategies for optimal brain health.

2. Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth about Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar - Your Brain's Silent Killers by David Perlmutter

   Delve into the impact of diet on brain health with this eye-opening book, exploring the relationship between grain consumption and cognitive decline.

3. The End of Memory: A Natural History of Aging and Alzheimer's by Jay Ingram

   Gain a deeper understanding of the science behind memory and Alzheimer's disease, unraveling the complexities of the aging brain.

4. The Grain-Free Family Table: 125 Delicious Recipes for Fresh, Healthy Eating Every Day by Carrie Vitt

   Explore a variety of grain-free recipes that promote brain health and support the principles of a brain-healthy diet.

5. The Telomere Effect: A Revolutionary Approach to Living Younger, Healthier, Longer by Elizabeth Blackburn and Elissa Epel

   Discover the role of telomeres, the protective caps at the end of our chromosomes, in aging and learn strategies to optimize their health for a longer, healthier life.

Scholarly Articles:

1. "The metabolic approach to Alzheimer's disease: the critical role of systemic ketone metabolism" by Mary Newport, et al.

   This article explores the therapeutic potential of ketones, their role in brain energy metabolism, and their impact on Alzheimer's disease.

2. "Sleep, circadian rhythm, and Alzheimer's disease: the chicken or the egg?" by Brendan P. Lucey and David M. Holtzman

   Gain insights into the bidirectional relationship between sleep disruption and Alzheimer's disease, as well as the potential for sleep-related interventions.

3. "Exercise and Alzheimer's disease: potential mechanisms and preventive interventions" by Olivia C. Hammond, et al.

   This article explores the relationship between physical exercise and Alzheimer's disease, delving into potential mechanisms and the effectiveness of exercise interventions in prevention.

4. "The gut-brain axis, the human gut microbiota and their integration in the development of obesity" by Emmanouil Angelakis and Didier Raoult

   Understand the intricate connection between the gut and the brain, examining the role of the gut microbiota in obesity and its potential implications for cognitive health.

5. "Neuroplasticity-based cognitive and linguistic skills training improves reading and writing skills in college students" by Karin Brunnström

   Explore the effects of cognitive and linguistic skills training on reading and writing skills, highlighting the potential for cognitive stimulation and neuroplasticity in improving cognitive function.