Plasmalogens and Phosphatidylcholine in Alzheimer's Disease
On this blog I will talk about the role plasmalogens and phosphatidylcholine plays in the role of brain health.
Plasmalogens: Plasmalogens are phospholipids that are present in almost all tissues, but are most abundant in the brain. They are critical for memory and cognitive functions. They reach their peak by age 30, and decline after that.
The best sources are scallops. They are also found in cow and chicken breasts, krill and shark liver oils. Plasmalogens makeup the myelin sheaths, and neuronal cell membranes. All neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis) have decreased levels.
When I treat any neurological disorder, my patients are taking Plasmalogen one capsule twice a day (500 µg twice a day) from https://www.plasmalogen.me/neuroregain/
This treatment alone will help memory. But there is more an Alzheimer’s disease patient needs.
Phosphatidylcholine: This phosphatidylcholine article was derived by chaptgpt. https://chat.openai.com/ Phosphatidylcholine is a type of phospholipid, which is a class of lipids (fats) that are major components of cell membranes. Structurally, phosphatidylcholine consists of a glycerol molecule linked to two fatty acid chains and a phosphate group, with a choline molecule attached to the phosphate group. It's often abbreviated as PC.
Here are some key points about phosphatidylcholine:
Cellular Structure: Phosphatidylcholine is a vital component of cell membranes, providing structure and stability to cells. It helps form the lipid bilayer, the basic structural framework of cell membranes.
Emulsifier: Phosphatidylcholine acts as an emulsifier, meaning it helps to mix substances that don't normally mix well, such as fats and water. This property is important in biological processes such as digestion and the formation of lipoproteins.
Brain Function: Choline, one of the components of phosphatidylcholine, is a precursor to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which is important for memory, muscle control, and other cognitive functions. Therefore, phosphatidylcholine plays a role in brain health and function.
Liver Health: Phosphatidylcholine is involved in lipid metabolism in the liver. It aids in the transportation and metabolism of fats, helping to prevent the accumulation of fat in the liver and promoting overall liver health.
Supplemental Use: Phosphatidylcholine is available as a dietary supplement, often derived from sources like soybeans or egg yolks. It's sometimes used for liver support, cognitive enhancement, and improving athletic performance, although more research is needed to confirm its efficacy for these purposes.
Medical Applications: Phosphatidylcholine has been used in medical treatments, such as in lipid formulations for drug delivery. It's also been used in the treatment of fat deposits under the skin (lipomas) and in cosmetic procedures like mesotherapy for fat reduction.
Overall, phosphatidylcholine (PC) is a crucial component of cell membranes with various roles in maintaining cellular function, brain health, and metabolism.
https://bodybio.com/ and https://nutrasal.com/ Only buy PC from these two companies. The FDA lets companies call it PC when they contain little PC. The maintenance dose is one teaspoon a day. When I give IV phosphatidylcholine I work up to 50 cc’s three times a week.
Lithium orotate helps generate stem cells in the brain. I usually give 20 mg a day. Some people cannot tolerate this dosage because they get sleepy and tired. Try to give most of this dose at bedtime or reduce the dosage.
I will talk about type three diabetes in another blog. Most Alzheimer’s disease patients have type three diabetes in their brain, and do better on a ketogenic diet.
Mercury, lead, and aluminum can cause or contribute to Alzheimer’s disease, and I will talk about this in another blog.
Periodontal disease, gingivitis, root canals, mercury amalgam dental fillings, Lyme disease, herpes can also cause or contribute to Alzheimer’s disease, and I will talk about this in another blog.
I will talk about intrathecal stem cells in a future blog.
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