The popular supplement that could protect women from Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s study reveals key difference between men and women
- A new study suggests that omega fatty acids could potentially help prevent Alzheimer's disease in women.
- Researchers discovered that women with Alzheimer's exhibit a noticeable loss of unsaturated fats, including omega fatty acids, in their blood compared to healthy women.
- The study, conducted by King's College London and Queen Mary University London, found significant differences in fat molecules in women with the disease, a pattern not observed in men.
- This sex-specific difference in lipid biology may offer insights into why more women are diagnosed with Alzheimer's than men.
- Scientists recommend that women ensure adequate omega fatty acid intake through diet or supplements, though further clinical trials are needed to confirm if altering lipid composition can influence the disease's progression.