The BRAIN being the most complex part in the human body and within this three pound organ amazing functions occur ( sense of touch, smell, sight, move, feel , hear and ability to think.) It controls and contorts your thoughts and emotions, receives and analyzes information while storing memory. The brain produces electrical signals which together with chemical reactions allows the body to communicate in unison.
Although the brain is only 2% of the body weight, it uses 20% of the oxygen supply and gets 20% of the blood flow. Blood vessels (arteries, capillaries and veins) supply the brain with oxygen and nourishment, and takes away waste. The brain and spinal cord makes up the central nervous system (CNS) while the brain is connected to the spinal cord which runs from the neck to the hip area.
The nerves connecting the CNS to the rest of the body called peripheral nervous system, which the autonomic nervous system controls our life support system that we don’t consciously control, like breathing, digesting food and blood circulation works marvelously well together. The cells of the nervous system are quite fragile and need extensive protection from being crushed, infected by disease organisms and other harm.
The brain, spinal cord are covered by a tough, translucent membrane called the dura mater. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, watery liquid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, is also found throughout the ventricle (brain cavities and tunnels.) CSF cushions the brain and spinal cord from jolts. The blood brain barrier protects the brain from chemical intrusion from the rest of the body.
Blood flowing into the brain is filtered so that many harmful chemicals can not enter into the brain. However, occasionally events unfold – in – an – instance messages go haywire. Therefore scientist don’t fully understand what causes Alzheimer’s disease, however, are learning that age -related changes in the brain may harm neurons and contribute to the disease.
However for that to be the case wouldn’t it make sense for whomever would age they would end – up with Alzheimer, and it simply just doesn’t work that way period. Therefore the likely cause may stem from a mix of genetics, environmental factors and lifestyle choices. Taking a look at genetics and for those patients with “late – onset” Alzheimer developing after age 60…. let’s take a look at the possibility 0f NEW Treatment.
Many studies have been done that linked the apolipoprotein E (APOE) gene to ‘late – onset” Alzheimer and this gene with it’s many forms: one being APOE e4 which seems to increase a person’s risk of getting the disease. However carrying APOE e4 genes does not necessarily mean that a person will develop Alzheimer, while some people carrying no APOE e4 gene can also have development the disease.
Therefore, lately, most of the research has been turned toward those of environmental factors & lifestyle choices, and also host of other factors beyond genetics as the main role in the development of Alzheimer Disease. There has been a great deal of interest in the association between cognitive decline, vascular and metabolic signatures; such as heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity.
So like brain tumors, the best way to avoid Alzheimer Disease is to avoid certain environmental agents like aluminum and vinyl chloride, and also extreme therapeutic radiation therapy. While eating a diet rich in omega – 3 fatty acid from fish. In addition, vegetables and fruits rich in anti oxidants, while foods rich in B-vitamins, especially vitamin B-12 has shown it can reduce your risk for Alzheimer Disease.
Also as the human body ages it has been shown a lesser ability to absorb vitamin B-12. Therefore after the age of 60 years we should have our blood levels of vitamin B-12 checked and proven deficient we should consider an injection. Especially if you consume high levels of alcohol which also has been shown to – lead – to liver disease which in turn can spread to the brain. The following is a list – of – links of the better options one may have in their battle of Brain Cancer (Alzheimer Disease!!!)
Swedish Neuroscience Institute: provides acclaimed advanced progressive treatment for a wide range of brain, spine and nervous system conditions….
Skull Base Institute: Dr. Hrayr Shahinian is regarded as a pioneering expert utilizing minimally invasive endoscopy for brain tumors….
Northwestern Brain Tumor Institute: recognized as a leader in the fight against brain and spinal cord tumors….
Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Research Center: expertise treating Alzheimer’s while pioneering treatment for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI)….