An expert has revealed and explained the three 'worst drinks that increase chances of Alzheimer’s disease’ that you should be mindful of.
Symptoms of Alzheimer's or dementia include forgetfulness, while other forms of the disease can cause hallucinations, stiffness, and anxiety.
Of course, if you suspect signs of dementia, it's always best to visit a healthcare professional - though there are some things you can do to reduce your chances of developing the disease.
Gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi has detailed in a video posted to TikTok three popular drinks that can increase your chances of developing Alzheimer's.
Diet Soda
While you may think Diet Soda is a healthy alternative to the full-fat version, Dr Sethi states it's not so good for you after all.
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"A lot of health-conscious people drink diet soda, but it is really not good for the brain,” Sethi said.
So, how is that?
Well, the gastroenterologist explained how the diet version of your fizzy drinks is mixed with aspartame, which is 'bad for your gut bacteria, and there is a strong gut-brain connection.'
A study published in The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease found those who consume one to seven servings of sugar-sweetened beverages per week were 1.91 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s than those who choose no sugar-sweetened drinks.
Alcoholic beverages
Unlike diet fizzy drinks, I think we're all aware too much alcohol is bad for us.
“Alcohol negatively impacts gut bacteria and liver health, plus it also impairs sleep, which is crucial for brain health,” Sethi said in his video.
While research has revealed too much booze can increase an individual's chances of developing Alzheimer's, recent studies have found any amount of alcohol consumption could increase anyone's risk of more than 60 diseases, including liver disease and diabetes.
Sports drinks
Speaking of how drinking sports drinks can increase your chances of developing Alzheimer's, Sethi said: "These drinks are generally very high in sugar, and a lack of fiber in these drinks leads to the quick absorption of sugar, spiking blood glucose and insulin levels, contributing to insulin resistance, which in turn increases Alzheimer’s risk."
Looking into the science details, experts have previously discovered that too much sugar from sports drinks and the alike can lead to glucose building up in the brain.
Research has previously linked this to the development of Alzheimer's disease.
Over 6 million people in the US suffer from the disease, with numbers set to increase by double by 2060.
Callum Jones