The Alzheimer's prevention & treatment diet : using nutrition to combat the effects of Alzheimer's Disease
(Book)

It's hard to argue with a book that espouses eating a dinner of salmon, roasted red potatoes, and green beans or a morning snack of a hard-boiled egg and an apple. So even skeptics who question whether diet can truly prevent dementia will find it tough to object to this guide. Isaacson, a medical doctor and neurologist who specializes in Alzheimer's disease, and Ochner, a clinical scientist who focuses on nutrition, present a plan that is satisfying to both the brain and the belly. The authors suggest reducing carbohydrate intake, limiting fast foods and fried foods to no more than one meal a week, and eating omega 3-rich fish at least twice a week and leafy greens every day. They also make a compelling case for staying slim, noting that overweight people are considered to be at greater risk of developing hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, and cancer. Isaacson and Ochner can get a bit wonky, but overall, the reasonable diet they recommend certainly won't cause harm and may, indeed, reduce the risk of getting this irreversible, memory-destroying brain disorder.--Springen, Karen Copyright 2016 Booklist

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.) © Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.

It's hard to argue with a book that espouses eating a dinner of salmon, roasted red potatoes, and green beans or a morning snack of a hard-boiled egg and an apple. So even skeptics who question whether diet can truly prevent dementia will find it tough to object to this guide. Isaacson, a medical doctor and neurologist who specializes in Alzheimer's disease, and Ochner, a clinical scientist who focuses on nutrition, present a plan that is "satisfying to both the brain and the belly." The authors suggest reducing carbohydrate intake, limiting fast foods and fried foods to no more than one meal a week, and eating omega 3–rich fish at least twice a week and leafy greens every day. They also make a compelling case for staying slim, noting that overweight people are considered to be at greater risk of developing hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, and cancer. Isaacson and Ochner can get a bit wonky, but overall, the reasonable diet they recommend certainly won't cause harm and may, indeed, reduce the risk of getting this irreversible, memory-destroying brain disorder. Copyright 2014 Booklist Reviews.

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.)