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People Carrying Two Copies of ‘Alzheimer’s Gene’ Lowered Risk by 35% via Diet Changes
A long-term study of over 5,700 participants found the Mediterranean diet reduces dementia risk by 35% in those with two copies of the APOE4 gene variant, offering a modifiable risk factor.
- Following a Mediterranean diet lowered the risk of dementia by at least 35% in people with two copies of the APOE4 gene, according to a new study.
- Yuxi Liu, the study's lead author, stated that those who followed a Mediterranean diet saw a significant risk reduction.
- Dr. Richard Isaacson emphasized that these findings might change the belief that carrying two copies of the APOE4 gene guarantees Alzheimer's development.
- Nicholls, who has two copies of the APOE4 gene, changed his lifestyle and saw a reduction in amyloid and tau levels in his blood.
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This simple diet could help protect memory, even with Alzheimer’s genes
A Mediterranean-style diet was linked to lower dementia risk, especially in people with high-risk Alzheimer’s genes. The strongest benefits were seen in those with two APOE4 copies, showing diet may help offset genetic vulnerability. Researchers say food may influence key metabolic pathways that protect memory and cognitive function.
New Research Shows Mediterranean Diet May Protect Against Alzheimer’s and Type 2 Diabetes
New research suggests that following a Mediterranean-style diet could help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s and type 2 diabetes. As the name implies, the Mediterranean diet is inspired by the traditional eating patterns of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, such as Greece, Italy, Morocco, Turkey, Cyprus, and Egypt. While each region has its own distinctive cuisine and culinary traditions, the core ingredients are similar: fresh, seasonal, …
Mediterranean diet offsets genetic risk for dementia, study finds — Harvard Gazette
Health Mediterranean diet offsets genetic risk for dementia, study finds Greatest benefit for those with highest predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease Mass General Brigham Communications August 25, 2025 4 min read New research suggests that following a Mediterranean-style diet may help offset a person’s genetic risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease. The study, published in Nature Medicine and led by in…
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