by Allison McKeany | Dec 3, 2022 | Alzheimer's Disease, Cognitive Health, Genetic testing, GenoRisk™ Alzheimer's
GenoRisk Manuscript: Optimization of a genetic risk assessment algorithm to address individualized genetic testing in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Read our full manuscript here.
by Allison McKeany | Oct 22, 2022 | Alzheimer's Disease, Cognitive Health, GenoRisk™ Alzheimer's, Sleep
When you were a child, your parents likely told you to get a good night’s sleep as they tucked you in bed each night. Contrary to the common myth that sleep requirements decline as we age, sufficient sleep is vital for both adults and children. Most adults function...
by Allison McKeany | Sep 25, 2022 | Alzheimer’s and Diet, GenoRisk™ Alzheimer's, Information, Nutrition
The foundation of a brain healthy diet is eating plenty of healthy fats. These fats help to control blood sugar levels, decrease inflammation, and keep you satisfied between meals. While some fats, such as processed meats and processed oils should be limited,...
by Allison McKeany | Sep 3, 2022 | Alzheimer’s and Diet, GenoRisk™ Alzheimer's, Nutrition
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent form of dementia, affecting approximately 6.7 million Americans aged 65 and above as of 2023. With the continual increase in the population of those aged 65 and above, this number...
by Dr. Jennifer Stagg | Oct 1, 2021 | Genetics, GenoRisk™ Alzheimer's
For years, when asked to name the one strategy that would improve a person’s health, my response would be related to diet. I would advise the person to cut back on sugar, eliminate processed foods and follow a Mediterranean-style diet. Then, I might start explaining...
by Allison McKeany | Sep 23, 2021 | GenoRisk™ Alzheimer's, Information, Nutrition
Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in the media in recent years, touting multiple benefits from improved metabolism and weight loss to decreased risk of many diseases. The good news is that the science behind intermittent fasting supports many of these claims....
