How a Medical Mystery in Guam Led to a New Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease

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Published 2024-05-17
As part of his reporting for “The Last Alzheimer’s Patient” documentary, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta travels to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to learn more about an ethnobotanist’s audacious theory on treating Alzheimer’s disease. After Dr. Paul Cox, founder of the nonprofit Brain Chemistry Labs, discovered the source of a mysterious neurodegenerative disease afflicting people in Guam, those clues led him to a novel way of thinking about Alzheimer’s and a simple amino acid called L-serine. His novel theory and possible treatment are now being tested in Mild Cognitive Impairment patients at Houston Methodist. Watch the full documentary on CNN’s “The Whole Story” premiering on May 19 at 8p ET/PT and streaming on MAX on June 18. #cnn #News #health
All Comments (21)
  • @Hammyann
    Listen to how the true scientist answers questions. He doesn’t make overly enthusiastic claims. He didn’t just endorse L-Sering, he was is specific speaking to what the question was, what they did to investigate, what they tried and simply what the result was. THIS is doing your research looks like and why trusting actual trained and practicing experts is so important.
  • @Jarnathan
    As someone who was born into a family with a high rate of this disease, this is a breath of fresh air and I hope more advances like this will save millions. Thank you so much for your work Dr. Paul
  • @VeryJoable
    It won’t help my mom, who is too far gone. But it might save my sisters … and me
  • @erinfield1943
    5:20- L. Serine is found in: - Eggs - soy tofu - edamame - sweet potatoes - turkey - pork
  • @BillyColeII-dr6dk
    Great "Human interest story" CNN....we need more good news like this.....Kudos.
  • @tinaterlaje483
    HAFA ADAI from Guam...The study of "Lytico-bodig" disease,  aka Guam disease, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis-parkinsonism-dementia (ALS-PDC)[ has been ongoing for many years. I knew of many elders who met their demise with this horrible affliction. I look forward to the findings. Si Yu'os Maåse (Thank you).
  • @enough1494
    I am 67, was widowed in 1998. I am totally alone now. I do live a very healthy life style, but I am concerned since my grandmother died, so slowly from this horrific disease. I just don’t want to be a burden to my kids. Praying and following!
  • @MK-su6eg
    Being half Japanese and half Okinawan, some day I will visit my ancestors islands. Hoping a long healthy life forALL ! Aloha from Hawaii
  • @Gina-dn6xm
    I really hope they find the cause of Alzhemiers and the cure. I really hope next they try to find the cause and cure for ME/CFS. I was stuck down with this disease at 55. I had a good life. I have a friend whose son was diagnosed at age 15. He is now in his 30s, and mostly bedbound. His life was cut short by this awful disease.
  • @roundtwo3321
    Bats can't catch a break. Stop eating them. Eat foods with L-Serine, such as Sweet potatoes, Edible seaweed, Nuts, especially peanuts, almonds, and walnuts, Chickpeas, and Lentils.
  • @janiekcarney5482
    I heard about this research years ago but they’ve made progress!!
  • @gemmafredeluces321
    Thank you! Looking forward for successful research. I hope this Dr receives an extraordinary support for this extensive research.
  • @docwatson1134
    I appreciate the real responses from actual people. There is also a ton of troll bots in today's comments.
  • @coreybrown8678
    This researcher helps to restore my faith in humanity. This man is a true ambassador for science and I’m thankful for his and his teammates efforts!
  • @JakeRichardsong
    Good luck to the researchers and thank you. Is it possible to donate to support them?
  • @mybachhertzbaud3074
    So pleasing to hear some actual news that's not part of the dog and pony show.😁 Thanks
  • @kathleencheatham4159
    Please keep us updated. If it can be prevented, I would be willing to do whatever can help prevent it.