Features of the Most Effective Protocols

These more effective protocols generally incorporate the following: 

• A broader pre-assessment of possible contributing factors 
• Improved diet and nutrient levels (more good foods, less bad)
• Hormonal support (especially thyroid, sex and sleep hormones)
• Increased regular physical activity 
• Increased mental stimulation - learning new things
• Increased social interaction 
• Improved management of stress, and reduced anxiety and depression 
• Optimizing the quality and duration of sleep, and… 
• Reduced exposure to neurotoxins, in our food, meds and environment 
• Professional assistance in developing and pursuing a feasible personal plan  

See The 7 Pillars of Brain Health under the Brain Health Essentials tab, for an in-depth review of each of the above noted topics. The Personal Assessment noted above was designed to give you a better idea of which of those pillar as well as other topics on this site and in Dr. Bredesen’s book may be most helpful for you.

Over the last two decades the Life Extension Foundation has been compiling data from some of the best research from around the world on what individuals can do to maintain a healthy brain and reduce their risk for Alzheimer’s. As well as newer interventions, particularly from the field of nutrition, that have shown efficacy for arresting if not reversing the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and related cognitive decline. Their findings are in line with those of Dr. Bredesen and other recent innovators in this field. 

Here is their most comprehensive protocol or review of those findings. research. https://www.lifeextension.com/protocols/neurological/alzheimers-disease

While there are a myriad of possible contributors to AD related cognitive decline, the follow are 3 of the most common contributors, others can be found under Dementia Prevention or Step#6 under the 7 Pillars of Brain Health and other locations as identified in the Personal Assessment Report, as well as Dr. Bredesen's book The End of Alzheimer's Program.