Cognitive Enhancement

Dear Dr. Meletis, My husband was diagnosed with beginning Alzheimer’s Disease last year. He is getting progressively more confused and anxious. He has been taking traditional medications but I was wondering what you might suggest for a natural solution for memory, anxiety, neurological healing, etc. Thank you for your help. Mrs. G.

Dear Mrs. G., The following items top the list of natural medicine interventions for supporting cognitive functioning. CDP Choline, Acetyl-l-Carnitine, Neuron Growth Factors (NGF™) and Extension IQ. It is also essential to have him consume 64 ounces of fluid, stay physically active within his health limits and also make sure that he does not have sleep apnea. Salivary Hormone Testing for levels of DHEA and Testosterone, which can help identify if there is a hormonal factor to your husband’s condition, is another suggestion. Additionally, Vitamin B12 sublingual, known as methylcobalamin, is a must for individuals looking to support neurological health. I would like to hear an update as to how your husband is doing in the next 4 to 6 weeks. Of course visit with his medical doctors and keep them in the loop as to your goals, concerns, etc. It is also important to have your MD do thyroid testing, including TSH and Free T4 as well as Ferritin levels (measures iron stores), along with a CBC with differential. The above information is educational and is not intended as either diagnosis or treatment, working closely with your personal physician is important. Sincerely, Chris D. Meletis, ND