Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Update Could Pollutants such as Metals Contribute to the Cause of Alzheimer's?

By Christine Kennard, Health Guide Thursday, January 05, 2012
Recently, we received a question about whether pollutants or radon could cause ‘forgetfulness.' As a result I want to throw some light on this very complex area. We often think of symptoms that include changes in memory, memory loss and, in some cases, confusion, as some type of dementia. Howev...
Our Early Memory Decline May Predict Dementia
Carol Bradley Bursack, Health Guide
1/ 6/12 9:54am

Terrific information, Christine - and kind of scary. At one time aluminum was considered a culprit, but now that doesn't seem to be the case. Yet, look at all of the other inorganic substances being studied. We'll have to watch for more information, but it's good to be cautious when we can.

Take care,

Carol

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By Christine Kennard, Health Guide— Last Modified: 01/06/12, First Published: 01/05/12