Alzheirmers Flashcards
1
Q
what is sAD
A
sporadic AD
this is environmental factors (95%)
2
Q
what is fAD
A
familial AD
from family genes (5%)
3
Q
what is Aβ
A
Amyloid beta peptides from the APP (amyloid precursor protein)
4
Q
what are the 3 main things that Alzheimers is charcterized by
A
1) APP —> Aβ —> damage connections
2) tau —> NFT —> damage communication
3) progressive decline
5
Q
mediteranian diet benifits
A
antioxidants
omega 3 and 6
unsaturated fats
complex carbs
polyphenols
6
Q
western diet bad qualities
A
saturated fats
simple carbs
obesity
sugar
salt
(sedentary lifestyle)
7
Q
what is BDNF for?
A
neuroplasticity
8
Q
why is increased insulin in the brain good
A
prevents formation of Aβ clots
9
Q
where are polyphenols found and what do they do
A
fruits and vegies
improve cognition and good for BBB
10
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