An Easy Cure for Alzheimer's?

Some researchers believe they may have come up with a safe and natural way to alleviate or even eliminate the memory problems caused by Alzheimer's disease.

It's uncertain yet if a recent study performed on mice will have similar benefits for humans, but researchers are excited. In the study, researchers gave mega-doses of vitamin B3 to mice with Alzheimer's disease.

During the course of the study, the vitamin appeared to cure the mice of memory problems. According to the scientists, the mice functioned like they have never developed the disease.

The dosages of vitamin B3 given to the mice based on body weight is about equal to 2 or 3 grams for a human. That's quite a lot more than the recommended daily allowance or 35 milligrams. You shouldn't begin taking big doses of this vitamin unless you talk to your doctor first. Big doses can cause your skin to flush temporarily. For some people, it also makes their skin dry and itchy. Too much vitamin B3 can also cause serious side effects like liver damage.

If you're at risk for Alzheimer's disease or are showing early signs of the condition, it is a good idea to make sure you're getting enough of this vitamin each day. You can boost your intake by eating more poultry, fish, nuts, and seeds.

Also, make sure your multi-vitamin contains 15 to 20 milligrams of vitamin B3.

Stay well,
Danny Wallace