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The Mediterranean Diet: Past, Present, and Future ~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
The Past More than 70 years ago, supported by the Rockefeller Foundation, Leland Allbaugh published a survey on the island of Crete. In...

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Jul 1, 20242 min read
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BRAIN INJURY~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Understanding Brain Injury: Causes, Types, and Impacts Brain injuries are more common than many realize. In fact, current studies reveal...

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Jun 24, 20243 min read
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Young-Onset Dementia Tied to New Risk Factors~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
In most cases, Alzheimer’s disease develops after 65 and is considered the result of multiple factors that, by interacting over time,...

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Jun 17, 20243 min read
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What is Huntington’s disease?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Huntington's disease (HD) is an inherited genetic disorder that causes nerve cells to gradually die, primarily in areas of the brain that...

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Jun 10, 20242 min read
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On World Environment Day 2024, Why We All Should Adopt an Olive Tree~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
During a recent trip to Lesvos Island in Greece to attend an exciting meeting on Olive Oil and Health, thanks to Fotini and Antonis...

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Jun 5, 20242 min read
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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
This June, let’s all go purple because this month is dedicated to Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Awareness, and purple is the official...

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Jun 3, 20242 min read
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What is Memory Loss?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Memory loss, also known as amnesia, is a broad term typically used for any issue regarding forming, storing, or recalling memories. More...

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May 21, 20243 min read
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What artificial intelligence can do for Alzheimer’s disease?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Alzheimer’s disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disorder with a tremendous socio-economic impact worldwide. The past decade has...

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May 13, 20243 min read
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THE SENSORY DIET~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
The human brain is the master regulator in charge of receiving, interpreting, and responding to various sensory input from the...

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May 6, 20242 min read
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What Is Prion Protein? ~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Prion protein (PrP) is a protein expressed in various organs and tissues throughout our body, but it is found in great abundance in the...

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Apr 29, 20242 min read
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Alzheimer's disease facts: 2024~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
The Alzheimer's Association recently released the 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. Overall, the report unveils the tremendous...

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Mar 25, 20242 min read
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GARDENING AND DEMENTIA~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Engaging in gardening, whether tending to flowers, vegetables, or herbs, yields benefits beyond the mere cultivation of plants. For many,...

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Mar 11, 20242 min read
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Why (Hitting the Book) Reading is an Excellent Choice for Brain Health~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
There is no doubt that reading a good book is a rewarding experience, not only for avid readers but also for casual ones. For some,...

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Mar 4, 20242 min read
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WHAT IS FRAILTY?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Frailty is a medical condition typical of the elderly (>70 years old), characterized by a reduction in the normal functions of the body...

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Feb 26, 20243 min read
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The Stigma of Alzheimer’s disease?~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
As we continue our journey in search of a cure for Alzheimer’s disease, I want to extend my admiration to the courageous individuals and...

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Feb 5, 20243 min read
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Driving and Alzheimer's Disease ~ Domenico Pratico, MD, FCPP
Difficult questions often lack easy answers. Driving and dementia present one such challenging query. The reality is that as Alzheimer's...

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Jan 22, 20242 min read
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