I love the idea of natural remedies. One of the most amazing things I have come across (thanks to Rick Prickett for leading us to it) is using coconut oil for Alzheimer’s Disease.
Dr. Mary Newport and her husband have an amazing story to tell about his degradation with Alzheimer’s Disease and then his climb out of it by eating coconut oil. This is incredible news for me since I watched my grandfather go down the quick path of dementia while battling Alzheimer’s. It has been in the back of my mind ever since that my family is definitely at risk. Now, through mostly raw vegan diet and using coconut oil, I have no fear at all.
The Way it Works
Alzheimer’s Disease restricts the brain cells’ ability to assimilate glucose which is the brain’s principal source of fuel. Due to this, the neurons begin to die and dementia starts to set in.
There is an alternative energy source that the brain cells can use. This fuel source are fats that are called keytones. When the body can’t get enough carbohydrates, it will start producing these keytones. The problem is if you are still getting carbohydrates your body won’t produce the keytones needed.
Coconut Oil has these keytones. It is important that you get non hydrogenated coconut oil. Also, make sure there is nothing else in the oil. It should be 100% cold-pressed for the optimum potency. There are people that will tell you that coconut oil is bad for you but it’s based on research that has been busted for over a decade.
An Interview with Dr. Mary Newport
Here is the Rest of the Series
- Dr. Newport’s effective work on memory loss and Alzheimer’s with coconut oil Part 2
- Dr. Newport’s effective work on memory loss and Alzheimer’s with coconut oil Part 3
- Dr. Newport’s effective work on memory loss and Alzheimer’s with coconut oil Part 4
- Dr. Newport’s effective work on memory loss and Alzheimer’s with coconut oil Part 5
- Dr. Newport’s effective work on memory loss and Alzheimer’s with coconut oil Part 6
Here is Some Further Reading
Coconut Oil and Alzheimer’s Disease on Alliance for Natural Health
Image source: Chasqui
The use of coconut oil as a natural remedy for Alzheimer’s disease is very promising. I am looking forward for more testimonials in the efficacy of its use.