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Whole Body, Whole Mind

 Every 67 seconds someone in the US develops Alzheimer's Disease

  • Over 7 million Americans aged 65 and older are estimated to be living with Alzheimer's disease

 

  • By 2050, the number may nearly triple to 13.8 million

 

  • Alzheimer's is the 6th leading cause of death

 

  • Caregivers of dementia patients are about 6 times more likely to develop the disease

Lifetime risk for Alzheimer's at age 45 is

1 in 10 for men and 1 in 5 for women

 

  • Aged 65: 1 out of 9

 

  • The risk doubles every five years after age 65 

 

  • One copy of the APOE4 gene:                                    1 out of 4

 

  • Two copies of APOE4:          6 out out of 10

 Reduce the odds of

 dementia, by  minimizing the modifable risk factors:

  • ​​​​​​Diabetes

  • Poor diet

  • Not ideal weight

  • Physical inactivity

  • Social isolation

  • Smoking 

  • High blood pressure

  • High cholesterol

  • Depression

  • Head injuries

  • Hearing loss 

  • Poor sleep

Relevant Research Recap

Don't buy any snake oil! I will keep you posted on all the latest Alzheimer research studies, and help you translate all the media headlines, marketing gimmics and the biomedical stat jargon into a more useful or understandable, transparent bottom line.

Apollo Health's Comprehensive Approach to Cognitive Decline Prevention with PreCODE and Cognitive Decline Reversal with ReCODE

Dr. Dale Bredeson started Apollo Health as a leading provider of innovative health solutions for brain optimization. Dr. Dale Bredesen is the author of The Ageless Brain, The First Survivors of Alzhiemer's and The End of Alzheimer’s as well as hundreds of clinical publications and studies. Dr. Bredesen is internationally recognized as an expert in the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases and nerve cell signaling.Dr Dale Bredesen discovered 37 contributing factors for cognitive decline and 6 different subtypes that define Alzheimer’s disease. Each subtype requires different treatment, and all subtypes an individual may have need to be addressed to have best chance of success.

 

The many factors that are contributing to cognitive decline may be compared to a roof detroyed by a storm, leaving many holes. The current standard of care of using a drug with a single mechanism to slow down cognitive decline may be compared to roofers fixing only a single hole and doing nothing about the remaining 36 holes,  house continues to fill with rainwater.

 

Dr Dale Bredeson developed the first protocol showing some promising results in its first proof of concepts trial, that has already helped hundreds of patients. He therefore started Apollo Heath as a leading provider of innovative health solutions for brain optimization. These solutions empower individuals to identify and address the root cause of the contributors to cognitive decline and enable them to optimize overall health through personalized nutrition and lifestyle modifications. With a team of world-class experts, Apollo Health™ is revolutionizing the approach to cognitive health by helping individuals thrive in all aspects of life. 


Functional Pharmacy joined the Apollo Health team of certified ReCODE 2.0 practioners to add the clinical expertise of a doctor of pharmacy to the collaborative team approach of treating Alzheimer's based on the research that uncovered the biochemical mechanisms behind the erosion of memory.

 

Why Early Screening Is Incrediblely Important

Everyone deserves a memorable life!

Detecting cognitive changes early is a priority for individuals of all ages because it opens the door to:

 

Reversibility

Some cognitive impairments are reversible, and early detection allows for adjustments in treatment that can lead to recovery.

 

Lifestyle Changes

Understanding cognitive health can lead to lifestyle adaptations that support and enhance cognitive function.

 

Future Planning

Early detection also allows for planning and preparation for potential progressive cognitive changes.

Would you like a cognitive screening?

 

  • 82% of seniors feel it is important to have their memory checked

 

  • Only 16% say they have regular cognitive assessments

 

  • More than half of the 5.4 million Americans with the disease don't realize they have it

 

  • Schedule a free MoCA screening and 20 minute consultation today!

 

Some tests available:
 

The Brain Scan

•Blood test that detects proteins that signal cognitive decline years  before symptoms occur

 

MoCA

•90% accuracy in detecting MCI

•100% accuracy in detecting mild Alzheimer’s

•87% accuracy in ruling out MCI

 

MMSE

•18% accuracy in detecting MCI

•78% accuracy in detecting mild Alzheimer’s

•100% accuracy in ruling out MCI

 

Cognitive Quotient

•Determines if PreCODE or ReCODE is good fit

Health is your greatest wealth

 

 

The health costs associated with Alzheimer's disease are substantial: 

 

High Overall Costs:

The total lifetime cost of care for someone with dementia is around $412,936. 

 

Family Caregiver Cost:

About 70% of these costs are borne in the form of unpaid caregiving and out-of-pocket expenses. 

 

Projected Increases:

The total payments for health care, long-term care, and hospice care for people with dementia are projected to increase to nearly $1 trillion in 2050.

Janine Marie Garica, PharmD, BCACP

Your Guide- by your Side  |

Doctor of Pharmacy | MoCA Certified | Cognitive Health Advocate | Certified Recode 2.0 Practitioner

"Take small steps to invest in whole-body, whole-brain health today, celebrate big health victories in a year, and live richer golden years."

Do you want affordable and quality health care, but feel too overwhelmed to figure out how to implement the Bredeson protocol?

I see you. I hear you. I can partly understand because I am with you, trying to work full time, take care of family and take care of  aging paretnts. In my household, there is a loved one suffering from dementia that require lots of patience and care, a tired caregiver, and my spouse, siblings and myslef wanting to work to preventing cognitive decline mid-life.  

 

This program is as much for the caregivers as it is for dementia patients, since 60% of caregivers have 1 or more risk factor of cognitive decline and the stress of caregiving makes them 6 times more likely to suffer from dementia. This program is also for people 35 and above since that is when signs of cognitive decline start to occur and can most easily be addressed. The PreCODE program is especially designed for people in inn this crucial time period that dramatically effects their health outcomes in their 70s and 80s. And of course this program is for the elderly who are highest at risk and tose who are already suffering from cognitive decline. As unlikely as it may seem, this protocol has helped some people with advanced dementia improve, so noone is ever too far gone to try, though in general we see the better results the earler we intervene in the disease process. 

 

I know the the fear, frustration, and uncertainty that come with cognitive decline and how the protocol can feel overwhelming. Learning the parts and peices of the protocol took a lot of time and work, but I really was inspired to helped loved ones. I did the protocol right along with them, to make sure everything I was asking was realistic and feasible.  Now I am sharing what I learned with you so you can do the same with more ease and less time. I want you to know that you’re not alone. I offer people like you  hope, clarity, and practical steps to reclaim health and independence for yourself or your loved ones.  Let's experience the joy of optimal well-being.

                                                                                                             ~Janine Marie