Common Pain Supplement Linked to Faster Alzheimer’s Decline and Death

New research published in Nature Metabolism suggests a potential link between the use of glucosamine supplements and accelerated cognitive decline in individuals already diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. While millions of Americans use the supplement for arthritis pain, patient record analysis indicates that Alzheimer’s patients taking glucosamine were 25% more likely to die within five years … Read more

Does Glucosamine Worsen Alzheimer’s? The Link to Brain Glycosylation

Glucosamine, a widely consumed supplement for joint health, may exacerbate cognitive decline in individuals already diagnosed with dementia, according to a study published in Nature Metabolism. Researchers at the University of Florida found that the supplement increased brain protein glycosylation in mouse models, leading to worsened memory deficits. In a retrospective analysis of human health … Read more