| Natural Remedy |
What experts say about these
natural remedies for dementia |
| Ginkgo
biloba |
(What's
this?)
Click here for
a
detailed review. This herb is a standard treatment option used in
Germany.This is one of the best natural remedies for dementia treatment
to use.
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| Acetyl-L-Carnitine |
This
supplement improves memory function, behaviour and slows down the
progression of the disease. This claim is backed up by clinical
research studies.
Dose:
Take 500 to 1,000 mg three times daily. Dosage up to 4,000 mg
daily has been used in research studies.
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| Phosphatidylserine |
This
supplement is shown in research studies to significantly improve
memory and behaviour problems. It is believed to increase acetylcholine
levels in the brain. The results show up between 6 and 12
weeks of use.
However,
the animal sourced (bovine) formulation is shown to be effective while
the plant sourced (soy) didn't seem to have any benefits.
Dose:
Take 100 mg three times daily.
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Ginseng
(Panax ginseng) |
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detailed review.
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| Huperzine
A |
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detailed review.
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| Blueberries |
One
study showed that older adults given blueberries performed better in
memory test and tasks involving learning. They suspect the health
benefits came from the potent anthocyanins chemical known to have antioxidant and
anti-inflammatory effects.
Dose:
Drink wild blueberry juice daily.
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| Idebenone |
Clinical
studies done show that idebenone can slow down memory loss in those
suffering from moderately severe Alzheimer's disease.
Dose:
Take 90 to 120 mg taken up to three times daily.
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| Lemon
Balm |
In
several clinical studies, lemon balm was helpful in improving memory
function and lowering agitation of those suffering from mild to
moderate Alzheimer's disease.
Dose:
Take 60 drops of a 1:1
alcohol extract once daily or use 1 to 5 grams of the leaf as a tea or
infusion and drink up to three times daily.
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Sage
(Salvia officinalis) |
Studies
show that taking sage improves the memory loss problem of those
suffering from mild to moderately severe Alzheimer's disease.
Dose:
Take 1 gram of sage daily.
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| Vinpocetine |
Clinical
studies show that vinpocetine (a chemical found in the periwinkle
plant) was effective in treating memory related problems. It is
believed to improve blood flow and enhance oxygen and glucose usage by
the brain.
Dose:
Take 5 to 10 mg three times daily.
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| Coenzyme
Q10 |
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detailed review.
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| Bacopa |
This is a traditional Ayurvedic
herb used extensively in India to help with enhancing memory.
Dose:
Traditional dose ranges from 50 to 150 mg taken up to three times
daily.
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Pycnogenol
(Pinus pinaster) |
Pycnogenol
is known to be a potent free radical scavenger and contains many
bioflavonoids (proanthocyanidins) that can prevent the damaging effects
of toxins on cells. It also shows anti-inflammatory
activities.
Studies done on animal brain cells showed that
pycnogenol was able to fight off the damage of exposure to toxic
substances including the amyloid-beta proteins found in those suffering
from Alzheimer's Disease.
Dose:
Take 50 to 100 mg up to three times daily.
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| Ashwaganda |
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detailed review.
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| Omega-3
Fatty Acids (Fish Oil) |
Helpful
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a
detailed review.
Fish
oil (omega-3 fatty acids) does not directly help treat memory problems
but is essential for maintaining brain function and protecting the
cardiovascular system.
Dose:
Take 1 to 2 grams daily.
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| Garlic |
Helpful
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a
detailed review.
Garlic
may not directly improve memory but offers support to the
cardiovascular system and the immune system. These two systems need to
be kept at top shape to fight off dementia or to at least slow down the
progression of Alzheimer's disease.
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NADH
(Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide hydrate) |
Probably
not effective
Clinical studies show that taking NADH didn't helped with memory
function in people with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
Dose:
In studies, dosage ranging from 10 to 15 mg daily has been
suggested.
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| Lecithin |
Probably
not effective
Lecithin has been suggested by many to be useful treating memory
problems.
However, in many clinical research studies, lecithin doesn't seem to
improve the
memory function of those suffering from Alzheimer's Disease.
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| DMAE
(2-dimethylaminoethanol) |
Probably
not effective
Studies show that taking DMAE did not help with improving memory
function in those suffering from dementia.
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| DHEA |
Probably
not effective
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a
detailed review.
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| Periwinkle |
May
be toxic
Periwinkle has been often suggested to help improve brain functions.
It
is known to cause serious liver and kidney damage due to some of the
toxins contained in the plant. We suggest avoid using this herb as
there is others to try first with much less risks and side effects.
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