🫂Dementia-related changes in the brains of those with Alzheimer's typically start years, if not decades, before a formal diagnosis. Determining the exact causes of Alzheimer's continues to be a primary research challenge; however, they likely encompass a blend of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors.
🧩A recent NIH-funded study has brought to light an unexpected factor: marked differences in the gut microbiomes of individuals with symptomatic Alzheimer's compared to those with standard cognition.
🤔This groundbreaking research indicates that these variations manifest early, even before noticeable symptoms. This hints at the possibility of future stool sample tests that could predict an individual's risk of early Alzheimer's, facilitating timely interventions.
