The Alzheimer's research controversies exposed serious problems with the amyloid theory and highlighted the need for a Precision Medicine approach that investigates the underlying causes of cognitive decline.
Why do some patients with MCI or Alzheimer’s improve while others decline? Learn how root causes, genetics, neuroplasticity, and protocol compliance affect outcomes.
Heavy metals and environmental toxins may contribute to brain fog, memory loss, Mild Cognitive Impairment, and Alzheimer's disease. Learn how Precision Medicine investigates toxic exposures and supports brain health.
Many people worry that Alzheimer's disease is hereditary. Learn why genes such as APOE4 increase risk but do not determine your destiny, and discover how Precision Medicine can help address the factors affecting brain health.
The old belief that Alzheimer's disease is universally progressive and irreversible is no longer supported by the most recent Precision Medicine literature or by the results of the EVANTHEA study.
At the Carroll Institute, we believe that cognitive decline is often influenced by multiple biological and neurological factors occurring simultaneously. These may include inflammation, insulin resistance, sleep disorders, vascular dysfunction, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, environmental toxins, and changes in brain network function. The diagnosis tells us there is a problem. The real work begins when we identify what is causing it.
The brain has an incredible ability called neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity allows the brain to adapt, reorganize, and strengthen neural pathways throughout life. We see this in stroke recovery, concussion rehabilitation, learning new skills, and cognitive training. At the Carroll Institute, we believe identifying the causes of cognitive decline is only part of the solution. That's why the Carroll Cognitive Method™ combines Precision Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Functional Neurology.
Functional Medicine and Precision Medicine help us identify and address the factors contributing to cognitive decline, such as inflammation, insulin resistance, hormone imbalances, sleep disorders, nutrient deficiencies, toxins, and vascular dysfunction. Functional Neurology focuses on something equally important: evaluating how well the brain is actually functioning and helping strengthen weakened neural pathways through targeted rehabilitation. The Carroll Cognitive Method™ combines these approaches because addressing root causes and rebuilding function are complementary goals. We believe patients deserve both.
At the Carroll Institute, we view Precision Medicine as the natural evolution of the ReCODE framework. It incorporates the same commitment to identifying root causes while expanding our understanding of the many factors that influence brain health and cognitive performance
For years, people diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) or early Alzheimer's disease were often told that there was little they could do beyond monitoring symptoms and considering medications designed to slow decline. The EVANTHEA Study challenged that assumption.
