Help Reverse Cognitive Decline with
Bredesen Protocol Alzheimers Treatment in Columbia, MD
There's no way around it: Getting diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease can be both scary and disheartening for patients and their loved ones. The cognitive impairment, memory loss, and eventual cognitive decline can seem like a grim prognosis. Unfortunately, the standard reductionist approach seeking to identify a single silver bullet cure doesn't account for the multifactorial nature of Alzheimer's disease.
That's why treating Alzheimer's disease requires a multifaceted response from functional medicine. While there is no single drug that can cure Alzheimer's, protocols addressing the nuanced factors contributing to the disease can make a difference. That's where Proactive Wellness Centers and Bredesen protocol treatment in Columbia, MD comes into play.
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The Proactive Wellness Approach to Brain Health
At Proactive Wellness, we firmly believe that brain health is an essential part of your overall well-being. However, despite the emergence of new research, there has been limited understanding of how to promote brain health effectively. This includes reducing the risk of dementia/Alzheimer's and stabilizing cognitive decline in patients with early symptoms. Dr. Lawson, an esteemed Bredesen Protocol practitioner and ReCode 2.0 Certified with 17 years of experience in functional medicine can identify and address the root cause of cognitive decline in you or your loved one.
Dr. Lawson's goal isn't to replace the role of family physicians. Rather, we collaborate with primary care physicians, internists, and other medical professionals to provide a comprehensive approach to care. We believe that every individual is unique from a physiological perspective, and therefore, we avoid a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, our programs focus on a customized approach, addressing risk factors that, if avoided or modified, could have beneficial effects for men and women who have dementia.
Our programs have a strong emphasis on slowing down and reversing the aging process, preventing diseases, and treating chronically ill patients. To achieve this, we employ a three-pronged approach:
- We empower patients with the knowledge they need to manage their health and attain optimal well-being.
- We prioritize disease prevention by conducting a thorough evaluation with the help of comprehensive diagnostics and the patient's health history form.
- We collaborate with patients to implement a rejuvenation program that includes various science-based treatments, like our Brain Health Optimization Program (BHOP) for people suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's
One of the most popular and effective programs we offer includes Bredesen protocol treatment in Columbia MD. This revolutionary approach to dementia has provided hope and improved cognitive function for countless people in the US. But to understand the importance of the Bredesen protocol, it's important that you first understand dementia, Alzheimer's, and its effect on people across the world.
The Wide-Reaching Effects of
Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia
There are currently more than 5.8 million individuals in the United States who are living with Alzheimer's disease. It is predicted that the number of individuals with Alzheimer's disease will more than double by 2050.
Dementia is a type of cognitive decline that affects mental abilities. There are many different causes and complex layers involved. Cognitive impairment is characterized by abnormal results on tests measuring memory, speech, critical thinking, and other cognitive abilities, but individuals with this diagnosis are still capable of performing daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Without proper treatment, Alzheimer's disease is likely to follow within a few years. Alzheimer's disease is the most prevalent form of dementia, and it is diagnosed through neuro-imaging and analysis of cerebrospinal fluid.
In the past, being diagnosed with Alzheimer's was often worse than receiving a death sentence. It was dehumanizing and stripped individuals of their memories, thinking abilities, and independence. However, after three decades of research, we now have a greater understanding of this devastating illness and even solutions like Bredesen protocol treatment in Columbia, MD that can help patients deal with dementia.

What Causes Dementia? 
Dementia is caused by a normal and healthy brain process that malfunctions due to a toxic environment, inflammation, and a lack of necessary nutrients and hormones. The brain's defense mechanism produces amyloid plaques, which serve as a protective helmet around the brain. Unfortunately, these plaques destroy connections between nerve cells, ultimately affecting comprehension, recollection, and clarity.

Dementia by the Numbers 
It's important to understand the impact of Alzheimer's disease (AD) around the world. According to the CDC, AD is present in 50% of patients in nursing homes and causes more than 110,000 deaths annually in the US. It was the 6th leading cause of death in 2015. More than 5 million people in the US are affected by AD, and recent data indicates that the problem is getting worse.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 47 million people around the world are currently living with dementia, and this number is expected to rise to 75 million by 2030 and 132 million by 2050. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60 to 80 percent of all cases.
While reading those statistics can be disheartening, there's reason to be hopeful. New therapies and treatments offered at Proactive Wellness - like Bredesen protocol treatment - can help patients deal with dementia and cognitive decline.

The Power of
Bredesen Protocol Treatment in Columbia, MD
The Bredesen Protocol is a highly personalized treatment program that aims to reverse cognitive decline and improve brain function in patients. Dr. Bredesen has designed the protocol to be adaptable and customizable, tailored to the specific symptoms and needs of each patient.
The program is centered around lifestyle changes, medication, and nutritional adjustments, all of which are tailored to address the unique symptoms and environmental factors that may be contributing to cognitive decline. This approach, referred to as ReCODE, helps patients to combat brain fog and prevent the onset of dementia.
It has also helped patients improve cognitive function significantly, reverse symptoms, and even return to work. The ReCODE program comprises lifestyle interventions, therapeutic diets, and targeted nutrients. Proactive Wellness Centers is thrilled to offer this promising treatment modality for Alzheimer's disease to benefit our patients.
It all starts with a baseline Bredesen evaluation at our wellness clinic in Columbia, MD.
Baseline Bredesen Evaluation from
Proactive Wellness Centers
At Proactive Wellness Centers, we have two ways to help patients who are in search of Bredesen protocol treatment in Columbia, MD. The first option is our Baseline Bredesen Evaluation, which is best suited for asymptomatic patients - that is, individuals who do not exhibit any significant cognitive decline beyond what is expected with age. Dr. Bredesen classifies such patients as "PreCode."
This evaluation serves as a starting point for PreCode patients, as well as those who are unsure of their cognitive status and potential risk factors. Our baseline evaluation includes the following:
The first step involves conducting a comprehensive set of baseline labs to evaluate your overall health, closely following the Bredesen protocol. This step goes beyond standard labs that you might have for a physical. It includes tests for magnesium, zinc, and selenium levels, B6, B12, and folate levels, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid levels.
It also includes
- Pre-Diabetes Evaluation
- Hormone Level Evaluation
- Thyroid Level Evaluation
- Specific Immune Marker Evaluation such as TH1, TH2, IL6, and TNF.
Our goal with this assessment is to establish a starting point and compare your cognitive function against what is typical for your age group. We have chosen to use the CNS Vital Signs cognitive assessment, which is widely recognized as one of the best in the industry. Additionally, we will be conducting the standard MoCA test as part of the evaluation.
A DNA test is performed to identify the specific APOE genotype present in your DNA. APOE e4 has been shown to be associated with an increased chance of late-onset Alzheimer's disease, which occurs after a person is 65 years old.
This step covers your lab results and includes a detailed plan of action to address areas of improvement as identified in your baseline evaluation.

What are the Early Signs of
Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease?
As we grow older, it can be difficult to distinguish between normal changes in our cognitive abilities and the initial signs of dementia. The issue with preventing chronic illnesses is that we often believe we are healthy as long as we don't experience any symptoms, but this is not entirely accurate. Symptoms are typically the last indicator of a disease, meaning it has already progressed by the time they appear.
While it's always best to catch diseases before you notice symptoms, taking proactive measures at the first sign of cognitive changes can greatly impact the aging of your brain and body. It's crucial to act immediately if you're experiencing the following symptoms of Mild Cognitive Impairment. That way, ,you have a better chance of preventing the development of Alzheimer's.

Roughly 10% of individuals with MCI progress to Alzheimer's annually.
Fortunately, Bredesen protocol treatment in Columbia, MD may provide you with a chance to delay or even reverse these symptoms

Memory Issues
You have a hard time remembering events that happened recently, such as appointments or important conversations with loved ones. You may also have trouble remembering important information.

Language Issues
You have trouble finding relevant words when you're talking with other people. You may also have problems following along with complex or complicated discussions.

Difficulty Maintaining Concentration and Attention
You have noticed a reduced ability to focus and stay honed in on most tasks. You may also not be able to multitask effectively, and it may be harder to keep your attention for long periods of time.

Decline in Executive Functions
This symptom involves difficulty with skills like decision-making, planning, problem-solving, and organizing. These difficulties are often most apparent in day-to-day activities.

Problems with Visuospatial Awareness
You may have trouble parking your car, judging distances, reading maps, or completing tasks that necessitate spatial orientation.

Impaired Judgement and Reasoning
This may include problems when making judgments or decisions. Examples may consist of difficulties making financial decisions, managing finances, making reasonable and appropriate social decisions, or thinking through risky situations.

By contrast, some of the most common signs of normal aging can include the following
Experiencing temporary lapses in memory, where recently learned details like names or scheduled events may slip from one's mind but can be remembered later on
- You occasionally make mistakes, but nothing that stands out as significant or unusual.
- You have to ask for help putting together or setting up electronic devices or equipment.
- You sometimes forget what day it is but have the ability to remember the correct date later on.
- Your vision is getting worse, which is caused by cataracts.
- You experience shortness of breath or get tired more often when being active.
- You feel unusual aches and pains, especially during poor weather.
- You get confused sometimes but don't have an inability to make decisions or multitask.
- You have a hard time keeping your body temp regulated.
- You get angry or frustrated when tasks aren't completed in certain ways.
Your Trusted Choice for Bredesen Protocol Treatment in Columbia, MD
Maintaining a healthy brain is crucial for one's overall well-being, yet there remains a lack of knowledge when it comes to promoting brain health, reducing the likelihood of dementia, or managing symptoms for those exhibiting early warning signs.
That's why we're excited to offer patients the ReCODE program at Proactive Wellness Centers. Developed by Doctor Bredesen, this treatment has shown remarkable success in improving cognitive function and even reversing symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. This comprehensive program includes lifestyle changes, dietary interventions, and specialized nutrients, and we are eager to provide this promising treatment option to patients like you.
If you or a loved one are starting to show concerning signs of cognitive decline, contact our office today to learn more about Bredesen protocol therapy. It could be your first step toward reversing mental decline and enjoying life to its fullest.
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Public Garden Details Released In Report Include Pollinator Garden
Columbia, MD Patchhttps://patch.com/maryland/columbia/public-garden-details-released-report-include-pollinator-garden
A newly released report offers a glimpse at the vision for Howard County's first public garden.Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch StaffHOWARD COUNTY, MD — A report detailing plans for the first public garden to be created in Howard County has been released and calls for the creation of herb and vegetable gardens, pollinator gardens, lawn alternative gardens, container gardens and conservation landscapes among other s...
A newly released report offers a glimpse at the vision for Howard County's first public garden.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
HOWARD COUNTY, MD — A report detailing plans for the first public garden to be created in Howard County has been released and calls for the creation of herb and vegetable gardens, pollinator gardens, lawn alternative gardens, container gardens and conservation landscapes among other special features.
The land, which is the former site of the Longwood property in Glenwood, sits at the intersection of Route 97 (Roxbury Mills Road) and Burntwood’s Road. The land includes 29 acres of woods and 71 acres of fields including actively farmed hay ground, open meadows, a black walnut grove, a pine grove, wetlands, a pond, streams, springs and covered slopes.
“This premier destination public garden will be a place of cultivated beauty where residents and visitors of all ages and abilities can come together to embrace Mother Earth and improve their physical and mental well-being in a peaceful setting,” said Howard County Executive Calvin Ball. “In its beauty, we also recognize the significance of the Longwood property’s past as a place where human enslavement once occurred. With the support of our community, we hope to determine the most respectful and appropriate way in which we can display this history.”
Structures on the property include the historic house, a smoke house, a doctor's office and the cemetery, believed to be the original features of the farm from the early 1800s, as well as a cinderblock storage shed with a metal roof, a cinderblock horse stable, a cinderblock horse birthing barn, a cinderblock horse bathing barn, a cinder block basement post and a collapsed bean barn.
The report, A Public Garden for Howard County, Maryland, details the recommendations made by the focus group assigned with developing a preliminary concept plan.
Wegmans, Uber Eats To Offer Grocery Deliveries In MD
Columbia, MD Patchhttps://patch.com/maryland/columbia/wegmans-uber-eats-offer-grocery-deliveries-md
Customers of the Wegmans Food Markets in Maryland can now have their grocery orders delivered directly to their doors via Uber Eats.Deb Belt, Patch Staff|Updated Thu, Jan 23, 2025 at 12:19 pm ETMARYLAND — Customers of the Wegmans Food Markets in Maryland can now have their grocery orders delivered directly to their doors via a new partnership with Uber Eats.Starting this month, Uber Eats users can browse the app...
Customers of the Wegmans Food Markets in Maryland can now have their grocery orders delivered directly to their doors via Uber Eats.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
|Updated Thu, Jan 23, 2025 at 12:19 pm ET
MARYLAND — Customers of the Wegmans Food Markets in Maryland can now have their grocery orders delivered directly to their doors via a new partnership with Uber Eats.
Starting this month, Uber Eats users can browse the app to order from Wegmans locations in Massachusetts, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C. Customers can shop on the Uber Eats and Uber apps for products from restaurant-quality meals and artisan breads to fresh produce, cheese sourced from around the world, and grocery staples.
Uber One members pay no delivery fee and will receive a 5% discount on all Wegmans orders with a $35 minimum purchase. All new Wegmans' consumers will receive up to 40% off their next order of $60 or more until Feb. 5.
The grocery chain has eight stores in Maryland:
"We're thrilled to welcome Wegmans to the Uber Eats app this January," said Hashim Amin, head of North American Grocery and Retail Delivery at Uber, in a news release. "Wegmans is synonymous with high-quality food and exceptional service, and now customers can easily order everything they need for game day entertaining — from fresh produce to prepared meals and snacks — delivered right to their door."
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By joining forces with Uber Eats, Wegmans officials said the company aims to bring more options to its customers, allowing them to shop when and how they want.
"Our goal is to make meals easy and help our customers live healthier, better lives through exceptional food," said Erica Tickle, Wegmans Vice President of Marketing and Digital Growth.
Wegmans customers can build group orders with family members, place orders any time of day, and select replacement items with real-time tracking.
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is a regional supermarket chain with 111 stores located along the East Coast. The family company celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2016. Wegmans has been named one of the '100 Best Companies to Work For' by FORTUNE magazine for 27 consecutive years, ranking No. 6 in 2024.
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Where To Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2024 In Columbia
Columbia, MD Patchhttps://patch.com/maryland/columbia/where-celebrate-new-year-s-eve-2024-columbia
On New Year's Eve, Merriweather Symphony of Lights will host the "Midnight at 7" event complete with fireworks, music and food trucks.Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch StaffCOLUMBIA, MD — Ring in the New Year at one of several events being held across Howard County.The Merriweather Symphony of Lights in Columbia offers...
On New Year's Eve, Merriweather Symphony of Lights will host the "Midnight at 7" event complete with fireworks, music and food trucks.
Kristin Danley-Greiner, Patch Staff
COLUMBIA, MD — Ring in the New Year at one of several events being held across Howard County.
The Merriweather Symphony of Lights in Columbia offers a one-mile course of scenic colored lights visitors can drive through to experience the holiday season. The experience opened on Nov. 29 and goes until Jan.4; however, visitors can walk through the light show on select dates.
On New Year’s Eve, the venue will host the “Midnight at 7” event, giving guests the chance to walk through the course one last time this holiday season. Fireworks will be set off at 7 p.m. followed by music and food trucks.
Here is a look at some additional events happening in and around Columbia:
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In the United States, one of the most popular New Year’s Eve traditions is the dropping of the giant ball in New York City’s Times Square. Other U.S. cities have their own versions of this celebration, such as the Peeps Chick Drop in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and the giant Potato Drop in Boise, Idaho.
The transition from one year to the next is often marked by the singing of “Auld Lang Syne,” a Scottish folk song whose title roughly translates to “days gone by,” according to Encyclopedia Britannica and History.com.
The tradition of New Year’s resolutions dates back 8,000 years to ancient Babylonians, who made promises to return borrowed items and repay debts at the beginning of the new year, which was in mid-March when they planted their crops.
According to legend, if people kept their word, the pagan gods would grant them favor in the coming year. However, if they broke their promises, they would lose favor with the gods.
Many secular New Year’s resolutions focus on imagining new, improved versions of ourselves.
The failure rate of New Year’s resolutions is about 80 percent, according to U.S. News & World Report. There are many reasons, but a big one is they’re made out of remorse — for gaining weight, for example — and aren’t accompanied by a shift in attitude or a plan for coping with the stress and discomfort that comes with changing a habit or condition.
Hailing from Columbia, the American Girl Doll of the Year mirrors what’s important to kids today
Abby Zimmardihttps://www.thebaltimorebanner.com/community/local-news/american-girl-doll-2025-columbia-maryland-RN2EIA5HCNCFJCRKAIDNFZG2OM/
Columbia has a new “it girl.” At 10 years old, she has a dog-walking and treat-making business and teaches other young girls how to work through obstacles, patience and how to treat people and pets as individuals — only she’s 18 inches tall and has limbs made of vinyl.Summer McKinny, sporting a rainbow tie-dye dress and pink glasses to go with matching bracelets and colorful sandals, is the doll that was crowned the ...
Columbia has a new “it girl.” At 10 years old, she has a dog-walking and treat-making business and teaches other young girls how to work through obstacles, patience and how to treat people and pets as individuals — only she’s 18 inches tall and has limbs made of vinyl.
Summer McKinny, sporting a rainbow tie-dye dress and pink glasses to go with matching bracelets and colorful sandals, is the doll that was crowned the 2025 American Girl of the Year. She’s the first American Girl of the Year from Maryland after making her debut in September.
Since Pleasant T. Rowland founded American Girl in 1986, the brand has become a touchstone for millennials and generations after who grew up with the dolls. More than 36 million of the dolls, which typically cost around $125, have been sold in the last four decades, according to American Girl.
Mary Mahoney, a historian and co-host of the popular “Dolls of Our Lives” podcast that retells the stories of each American Girl Doll, said McKinny’s story is defined by her turning her passion into a business, which mirrors what is important to generations today.
“Now we have a Girl of the Year whose dream is to be an entrepreneur. … The girls in the early periods were just pursuing things because they were interested in them. They weren’t trying to make a living,” Mahoney said. “And now it’s interesting that it’s kind of a reflection of our own times that Summer isn’t just interested in making dog treats or loving animals, which is wonderful, but also wants to make a business about it.”
She said Girl of the Year is an attempt to speak to kids, and that every doll’s story can stand as a yearbook or litmus test for the values that Mattel, the company that owns American Girl, thinks are important to children at a certain point.
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McKinny’s story is told through two books called “My Journal by Summer McKinny” and “Summer Gets to Work,” both written by Clare Hutton, a Columbia native.
Hutton consulted Katie Flory, the community care and advocacy director for the Maryland Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and Janear Garrus, founder of Chesapeake Educational Alliance, to make McKinny’s story as accurate and authentic as possible, according to American Girl.
Along with McKinny’s baking and dog-walking business, her story features her dog, Crescent, and her Aunt Olivia’s cat, Fettuccine, that bring moments of chaos into McKinny’s life. She learns how to navigate her business venture with her home life, and Hutton hopes readers see themselves in McKinny’s story.
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“While Summer’s not perfect, she is willing to admit when she’s wrong, talk about her feelings, and do what it takes to get a friendship back on track,” Hutton said in an American Girl blog. “I hope that girls will recognize their own relationships in the ones that Summer values and realize that they too can resolve conflicts just as she does.”
McKinny has real emotions that many readers may relate to, and Mahoney said that is what American Girl Dolls and their stories are meant to do.
“I think it’s a really special brand because everything they do is about instilling confidence in girls to love themselves, to explore who they are, to pursue their passions and be unapologetically interested in the world,” she said.
American Girl treats girls as empowered, important people, without rushing them to grow up or rushing them to be defined by a relationship to a boy, Mahoney said.
The dolls are also a way to connect girls to other generations in their families and encourage storytelling and shared play. “And I think all of that is really special,” she said.
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Abby Zimmardi is a reporter covering Howard County for The Baltimore Banner. Zimmardi earned her master’s degree from the University of Maryland’s Philip Merrill College of Journalism in December 2022.
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