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Essential Items for APOE 4 Carriers and APOE 4/4 Wellness Support
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items If you carry one or two copies of the APOE4 gene variant, this carefully researched collection is for you. As someone with the APOE4 gene myself, I've spent a lot of time exploring the latest research on how to support brain health and potentially mi...
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Supplements
Recommended Books
Supplements
These supplements are specifically selected to support brain health and metabolic processes affected by the APOE4 gene variant.
I take 2 every day. A lot of individuals with APOE 4/4 can't process regular fish oil. I have a bad reaction. Krill oil is a safe way for APOE 4/4 carriers to get omega-3 fatty acids.
Viva Naturals Krill Oil - Joint Support Supplement*
NeuroQ is a LifeSeasons® product that Dr. Bredesen partnered to create specifically for those on the Bredesen Protocols™. NeuroQ is formulated to help maintain healthy brain function, clear thinking, memory, and normal inflammation response.
NeuroQ
ReCODE Protocol Type 1 Inflammatory is a specialized supplement designed specifically for individuals following the Bredesen Protocol who show inflammatory markers, particularly relevant for APOE 4 carriers.
Type 1 Inflammatory - Bredesen ReCODE Protocol Supplements
General well-being and brain health support, including PQQ, CoQ10, alpha lipoic acid, and choline (550 mg).
Multivitamin Daily Essentials
Supports cell membrane structure, particularly important with APOE4 lipid disruptions.
Phosphatidylserine
SPM Active is an innovative supplement containing Specialized Pro-resolving Mediators that offers significant benefits for APOE 4/4 carriers who often struggle with chronic inflammation.
SPM Active® Supplement
Recommended Books
The books I read when I first found out I carried the APOE 4 gene.
This is specifically designed for general readers and has been praised for translating complex science into accessible language. It outlines the 36 metabolic factors affecting brain health in understandable terms and provides clear, actionable steps.
The End of Alzheimer's: Prevent and Reverse
Written with everyday readers in mind, this book presents scientific concepts in straightforward language with practical recommendations that don't require medical background.
The Alzheimer's Solution: Prevent Approach
Particularly good for women who are new to learning about APOE 4/4. It uses conversational language and relatable examples to explain complex brain-related concepts.
The XX Brain: Groundbreaking Science for Women
Generally accessible but does include some scientific terminology, though explained in context.
Outsmarting Alzheimer's: Reduce Your Risk