CBD and Alzheimer’s Disease: Research Findings and Reasons for Hope for the Future - Dr. Jim Collins

Many experts in the field of neurodegenerative conditions have called Alzheimer’s one of the most important diseases of the 21st century, and there are numbers to back this claim. Right now, almost 6 million Americans are living with the disease and in 30 years that number is projected to increase to 14 million or more. It is the sixth leading cause of death among all Americans and the fifth leading cause among people 65 years of age and older. While there are a few medications that help manage some of the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, there is nothing that slows its progression or cures it. Most medications come with mild to severe side effects that make taking them difficult. That’s where CBD or cannabidiol comes in. A number of research studies report positive effects of CBD on Alzheimer’s symptoms as well as its potential role as a medication for the disease in the near future. Read the article → Thank you for watching this video—Please Share, take a second in the comments to let me know what you thought of the video and hit the subscribe button. --- Connect with Dr. Jim: Website → Facebook → Instagram → LinkedIn → Living Longer and Stronger with CBD: Get it on Amazon → Sapphire Essentials: Medically formulated CBD to help keep older adults in balance mentally and physically. Created by a healthy aging expert and recommended by healthcare professionals. Website → Instagram → Facebook → --- Dr. Jim Collins is a Gerontologist and nationally-recognized expert in wellness and health care for seniors and older Americans. Over his 30 year career Dr. Collins has always had a strong focus on education – both as a prolific author of published articles and as the founder of Collins Learning, a highly regarded education service providing training to senior care health professionals around the country.