Early onset of Alzheimer's is on the rise - Evidence and Implications
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Alzheimer's, MDD, SSRIs, DietsAbstract
The prevalence of early-onset Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
has demonstrated an escalating trajectory. This warrants an investigation into their intricate
connections. This review will assess the relationship among AD, MDD, and their associated
medication, specifically Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs). The overarching
hypothesis suggests that diet significantly contributes to depression by modulating tryptophan
metabolism, and SSRIs can significantly stunt AD progression. Therefore, this review will
examine three aspects: the biochemistry of depression and how it relates to the progression of
AD; how diet is linked to MDD and whether this is predominant in a younger age range; and the
potential effectiveness of the SSRIs fluoxetine (FLX) and citalopram as a treatment to inhibit AD
pathology.
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