Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia disorders are the 6th leading cause of death for Americans. Nearly 6 million people are affected by the disease currently. By 2020, that number is projected to rise to 14 million. Alzheimer’s is a progressive, degenerative brain disease that destroys the memories of its victims as well as their ability […]
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An Imbalance of Calcium in the Brain Might Cause Alzheimer’s
Scientists have determined a calcium imbalance in the brain can contribute to Alzheimer’s disease. This imbalance likely hastens the neurodegenerative process. The mitochondria in brain cells are especially important. Mitochrondria, also referred to as the powerhouse portion of cells, are diminutive structures that transform energy from food into nutrition for cells. The brain cells’ mitochondria […]