P. gingivalis may have a causal link to Alzheimer's

[Torn Mind]

We may finally know what causes Alzheimer’s – and how to stop it

Alzheimer's disease has destroyed neurons in the right-hand brain above AFTER decades of disappointment, we may have a new lead on fighting Alzheimer's disease. Compelling evidence that the condition is caused by a bacterium involved in gum disease could prove a game-changer in tackling one of...

www.newscientist.com

Of course, a bit of profit motive helped drive the discovery(Cortexzyme is developing a drug to help treat the matter).

 

[mike8675309]

Lots of might and could be in that article.
One thing that is known to play a role in Alzheimer's is inflammation. gum infections result in inflammation, as do a number of things we do to our human body. I.e. long-distance runners generate inflammation in their bodies.
I expect the results of this study and the media oversimplification will result in more money for dentists. Though with Medicare not paying for dental work (in general) the Alzheimers target market won't be able to take action based on this study.

 

[Torn Mind]

Lots of might and could be in that article.
One thing that is known to play a role in Alzheimer's is inflammation. gum infections result in inflammation, as do a number of things we do to our human body. I.e. long-distance runners generate inflammation in their bodies.
I expect the results of this study and the media oversimplification will result in more money for dentists. Though with Medicare not paying for dental work (in general) the Alzheimers target market won't be able to take action based on this study.

The actual solution is simpler: eat the right foods to inhibit the growth of it in the first place.