Happy & Healthy with Amy

New Research on Alzheimer’s Detection: What You Need to Know

• Amy Lang • Season 1 • Episode 273

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Alzheimer's disease begins decades before memory loss becomes obvious.

In this deeply personal and informative episode, I share the subtle early signs I first noticed in my mom, helping you distinguish between normal aging and potential cognitive decline.

Drawing from both my personal experience as a caregiver and the latest research, I walk you through groundbreaking developments in early detection methods, including new blood tests and genetic markers that could revolutionize how we diagnose Alzheimer's.

What to Listen For

  • The first symptoms of Alzheimer’s I noticed in my mom (04:37)
  • The difference between normal forgetfulness and Alzheimer’s-related memory loss (05:52)
  • Why frequently forgetting important items (like a purse) could be a red flag (07:16)
  • The key cognitive changes to look for beyond memory problems (08:49) - see "10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer's and Dementia"
  • The standard medical tests used to diagnose Alzheimer’s (10:07)
  • How functional and integrative medicine approaches cognitive decline differently (11:13)
  • Cutting-edge blood tests that may soon make early detection easier (12:17)
  • The role of genetics in Alzheimer’s risk—and why it’s not your destiny (13:46)
  • What Chris Hemsworth’s genetic test revealed about his Alzheimer’s risk (14:25)
  • The biggest takeaway if you’re concerned about brain health (16:18)

Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease, but early detection can make all the difference. The research is clear: understanding the early signs and getting proactive about brain health gives you more options. If this episode resonated with you, be sure to tune in next week when I’ll be covering the latest treatment developments.

And if you’re ready to take action now, I invite you to join my Mini-Intensive on Brain Health & Alzheimer’s Prevention. This is a one-on-one, 90-minute deep dive where we’ll review your personal risk factors, create a tailored plan, and help you start making the right changes today. Spots are limited, so book your session now! 

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