Daniel Smith

Research from the University of Florida suggests that glucosamine use may be associated with faster Alzheimer’s progression. Among people with mild cognitive impairment, users had a 25% higher likelihood of later developing dementia, while those with existing dementia had a 25% higher risk of death during the study period. Mouse experiments and analysis of human brain tissue pointed to excessive sugar-tagging activity in the brain as a possible mechanism. The findings do not prove that glucosamine causes dementia, and people taking the supplement are advised to consult their GP before stopping.