Women with Alzheimer’s Have Unusually Low Omega Fatty Acid Levels, Study Finds

THE GUARDIAN: Analysis of blood samples finds women with the disease have 20% lower levels, a pattern not seen in men

Women should ensure they are getting enough omega fatty acids in their diets according to researchers, who found unusually low levels of the compounds in female patients with Alzheimer’s disease.

The advice follows an analysis of blood samples from Alzheimer’s patients and healthy individuals, which revealed levels of unsaturated fats, such as those containing omega fatty acids, were up to 20% lower in women with the disease.

The low levels were not seen in men with Alzheimer’s, suggesting there may be sex differences in how the disease takes hold and affects a person’s physiology.

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Former Mayor of London Ken Livingstone Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease

THE GUARDIAN: The retired 78-year-old former MP is ‘being well cared for’, his family announced

Former London mayor Ken Livingstone, whose family have announced he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Photograph: Victoria Jones/PA
Ken Livingstone, the former Labour MP and mayor of London, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, his family has announced.

The 78-year-old is being “well cared for by his family and friends” as he lives a “private life” in retirement, they said in a statement to the PA news agency.

It said: “In response to media enquiries, the Livingstone family today announce that Ken Livingstone, ex-MP for Brent and former mayor of London, has been diagnosed with and is living with Alzheimer’s disease.

“Although a previously prominent public figure, Ken is now retired and lives a private life. He will no longer be available for any media interviews or requests and we will not be responding to any media questions or enquiries.

“Ken is being well cared for by his family and friends and we ask you for your understanding and to respect his privacy and that of his family.” » | Nadeem Badshah | Wednesday, September 20, 2023

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