Helicobacter Pylori (H.Pylori) and Alzheimer’s and Cognitive Impairment From 8 to 80 years old. What’s Bugging Granny? What’s Bugging Baby Joe? What’s Bugging You!

What is Helicobacter Pylori (H.Pylori)?

Helicobacter Pylori (H.Pylori) is gram-negative bacteria found in the stomach. Research has estimated that H.Pylori, is the most prevalent infection in the world. It affects approximately half the world’s population. Over 80% of people infected with H.Pylori will not realize they have it because they will not have symptoms.

H.Pylori Infection Symptoms

Indicators and symptoms associated with an H.Pylori infection may be:

• Abdominal Pain (not the same pain experienced when balancing check book)
• Weight loss – unintended
• Loss of appetite – not just because food is gross, you don’t want to eat!
• Low B12 Levels (Nervous system ‘needs B-12)
• Elevated Homocysteine Levels – yes, there is a test for this!
• Cognitive Impairment (Rut-Row!)
• Bloating (like a blow fish)
• Burping (like a big dog)
• Nausea (ready to hurl)
• Vomiting (vomit may be bloody or look like coffee grounds – gross)
• Black, tarry stools

Dangers of H.Pylori

H.Pylori is known to be a major cause of peptic ulcer disease and is very common, especially in developing countries. Bacteria and viruses are powerful stimulators of the inflammatory process. Research continues to demonstrate a strong link between infective processes (like H.Pylori) and Alzheimer’s disease. In May 2008, a special issue of The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease explored the topic of infectious disease as a causative factor for Alzheimer’s disease. Scroll down and review the resources. Notice how ‘long’ the list is. Next ask yourself why isn’t a review of a potential infection such as H.Pylori (or Herpes Simplex: Last Post) looked for when signs and symptoms of cognitive impairment manifest – no matter how old the person is who is showing signs and symptoms of cognitive difficulty.

Is There a Way to Test for H. Pylori at Home?

Yes there is! For many people, accessing lab testing can be complicated and overwhelming. But at Candida GI Map, we believe in increasing access to lab testing so that you can take charge of your own health. Order this test kit and have it sent directly to you! No need to go through a lab or clinic visit.  Become empowered to be in charge of your own health, and check out our online lab testing for H. Pylori today!

Get H. Pylori Lab Testing Online at Candida GI Map!

At Candida GI Map, we specialize in direct-to-consumer lab tests. Lab testing should be affordable, reliable, and confidential, and we bring these important principles into our online lab testing work, ensuring that you receive the highest quality care. In this ever-changing world, it is more important than ever before to foster resilience and self-reliance by taking your health into your own hands through comprehensive lab testing.

Reach out to us today on how you can begin your H. Pylori testing with the Candida GI Map today!