May 2025

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

A Funny T-Shirt

Dear Kirti,

My wife Kirti and I were on a walk when we saw a man wearing an interesting t-shirt. It said, “Brains are Awesome. I wish everyone had one.”

Well, of course, everyone literally has a brain. The real question is, how well is it working? In these challenging times, keeping our brains healthy is more critical than ever. If you’re not careful, you might suffer the consequences of all the stress in the world today.

Beyond that, I’m reading a new book on Longevity. It lists the multiple risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s disease.

I’m sure you’re familiar with many, if not all of them: Age, Genetics, Family History, Hearing, Sleep, and Lifestyle. This includes your diet, how much you exercise, stress control, especially through our superior singing meditation technique called Kirtan Kriya. And finally, your level of what we call Spiritual Fitness.

They all totally count. Not only for Alzheimer’s prevention but also for your longevity.

And here’s a new one that you may not have been thinking about, that I call Climate Stress, which is the combination of Global Warming, Climate Change, and environmental pollution.

Environmental pollutants (toxins) are big health destroyers, breaking down the working order of your brain. Indeed, the health dangers of air pollution have recently become a major topic in highly evolved medical circles.

Air pollution affects multiple organ systems in your body including:

– Bone marrow and lymph (Leukemia)

– Your fat tissue (stores and later releases these poisons into your blood)

– Your liver: inflammation, fat, decreased breakdown of fat so you gain weight, too much sugar released into your blood.)

– Decrease in muscle strength

– Brain: this is clearly the big one. Brain inflammation, disturbances in your life rhythm

– Diabetes

Finally, for now, the marked rise of cancer in recent years may be attributed to these environmental factors.

But wait! There is good news. Our brains have a house-cleaning service called the glymphatic system.

This system is helped by the regular practice of Kirtan Kriya. We’ve seen this in our research studies.

Kirtan Kriya significantly benefits all Alzheimer’s disease risk factors.

So, whether it's genes, stress, or pollution, please know that our 4 Pillars of Alzheimer’s Prevention – featuring our super special and evidence-based Kirtan Kriya meditation – will help you beyond measure.

Indeed, it can save your life!

My strong recommendation to everyone reading this is that you consider taking our Brain Longevity Therapy Training. You will benefit by gaining so much knowledge and practical experience.

Plus, you’ll help other people become healthier and happier, so you’ll be healthier and happier too.

And now it's offered at a very nice discount.

This is something you really need to do for yourself and for your family and loved ones.

Let’s go! Check it out today!

Yours in Brain Health,

Dharma Singh Khalsa, M.D.

President / Medical Director

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UPCOMING EVENT

Elder Abuse Webinar with distinguished speakers from the New York City DA's Office

Did you know that many seniors fall victim to elder abuse? Perhaps you even know someone in that situation. Sadly, it happens too often.

We've asked the top experts to discuss this serious issue and be a resource for our community.

Join us for an important webinar on June 11th with the Elder Abuse Unit at the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office to gain crucial insights into elder abuse. This webinar will offer practical prevention recommendations and provide vital resources.

Elder abuse should never happen. Join us on June 11th and become an advocate for our seniors.

DONOR SPOTLIGHT

ARPF Mother's Day Celebration

YOGA AND NEUROSCIENCE CONFERENCE

Brain Longevity® At Your Fingertips

Last month, ARPF sponsored the Yoga and Neuroscience Conference. Dr. Dharma shared his lifelong practice of yoga and meditation and revealed all of his leading-edge research to bring attendees to an elevated state of perfect health and higher consciousness.

The best cure for the stress and anxiety that we face today is yoga and meditation. Yoga and meditation heal your brain, perfect your glandular system, and balance your nervous system, thus harmonizing body, mind, and spirit.

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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY FROM ONE OF OUR PARTNERS

Kinsey Institute 2025 Specialty Intensive & Symposium: Sex & Aging

On Saturday, October 4th, join leading researchers and experts for insightful presentations and discussions on the evolving landscape of sex and aging at the Kinsey Institute 2025 Specialty Intensive and Symposium.

Participants who attend all sessions will receive a Specialty Intensive Certificate from the Kinsey Institute. Register here.

BRAIN YOGA WEEK RECAP

What Participants Said

Our first Brain Yoga Week series was a big success, with over 230 people joining us live! People were tuning in from across the US, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Australia. So very cool! Here's what they said:

"It was amazing! I learned a lot and appreciated being reminded about being slow and safe with the joints. Loved seeing both chair and floor options! Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!"

"Enlivened an alternative approach to basic Sivananda practice. Thoroughly enjoyable and challenging."

"The yoga practice has kept me flexible in my senior years. I really like moving the entire body and joints. I feel motivated to garden or sew after these sessions."

"This week has been a blessing. I am in one of my busiest weeks this year, but I have greatly benefited by carving out the time to attend most of this. Definitely would like to see more."

We are always so thankful for this uplifting community. More fun series are coming your way! Want to get the replays? Email Chelsea@alzheimersprevention.org

Research News:

ARPF research was cited three times in a new paper published in the medical journal Current Opinion in Psychiatry.

Here are the articles quoted:

Cognitive And Immunological Effects Of Yoga Compared To Memory Training In Older Women At Risk For Alzheimer's Disease.
Impact of Yoga Versus Memory Enhancement Training on Hippocampal Connectivity in Older Women at Risk for Alzheimer's Disease.
Telomere Length Change In A Multidomain Lifestyle Intervention To Prevent Cognitive Decline: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Discover all the exciting activities ARPF has in store by visiting us on the web at: alzheimersprevention.org

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In Memory/ In Honor Donors

April 2025

Thank you for giving ARPF the opportunity to honor your loved ones and your special occasions. Donor list from April.

If you would like to leave a legacy for your loved one through supporting ARPF research and initiatives, please visit our page. We are so thankful to those who wish to include ARPF during such a sensitive time. We will continue to make strides in Alzheimer’s prevention in memory of all those who have been afflicted by dementia. We are forever grateful.

WORKPLACE CAMPAIGNS

ARPF is a proud participant in all workplace campaigns; these are only a few of the better-known ones:

American Express
Mayo Clinic
Microsoft
Subaru
Whole Foods Market

Check with your employer to see if the Alzheimer's Research and Prevention Foundation is on their list. Many employers also offer a donation match!

ARPF NOW ACCEPTS ALL THE FOLLOWING DONATIONS

Securities and Stocks
IRA Charitable Rollover
Donor Advised Funds
Your vehicle: car, truck, boat, motorcycle
Cryptocurrency

Please contact ARPF’s CEO Kirti Khalsa at 1-888-908-5766 or kirti@alzheimersprevention.org.

LEAVE A LEGACY:

Remember Us in Your Will

If you would like to receive information on how you can leave a legacy to support the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation’s critical research initiatives, or to support one of our many other programs, please contact ARPF’s Vice President Randy Brooks at 1-888-908-5766 or by email.

ARPF LEGACY SOCIETY

Gold Level

Mrs. Ethel A. Hoff
Dr. and Mrs. Dharma Singh Khalsa
Ms. Barbara Joan Davis
Gail B. Campbell
Ms. Anita Poorman
Robert S. Gamblin

Silver Level

Mr. and Mrs. Claude and Billye Boucaud
Mr. Carl G. Crawford
Union Congregational Church

Bronze Level

Mr. and Mrs. Randy Brooks
Ms. Mary Gilbert
Mr. Edward T. Haats
Hansel Trust
Mrs. Marjorie Olmstead
Shaol and Evelyn Pozez Endowment Fund
Lawrence M. Robbin

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Officers and Board Members

PRESIDENT/MEDICAL DIRECTOR - Dharma Singh Khalsa, M.D.

VICE PRESIDENT - Chris Walling, PsyD, MBA, C-IAYT

TREASURER - Bert Beatty, MHA

SECRETARY - Kirti K. Khalsa

MEMBERS - Fletcher Wilkins, BS

- Diane Ventura-Goodyear, MBA

Executive Staff

PROGRAMS DIRECTOR - Chelsea Pyne

OUTREACH COORDINATOR -

Camille Osorio

Discover all the exciting activities the ARPF has in store for you by visiting us on the web at alzheimersprevention.org, following us on Twitter, ‘Liking’ us on Facebook, following us on Instagram.

ARPF is a Proud Member of:

Medical and Scientific Advisory Council

CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER

George Perry, Ph.D., Professor of Biology & Chemistry, Chief Scientist, Brain Health Consortium University of Texas at San Antonio, TX

ASSISTANT SCIENCE OFFICER

Kateřina Sheardová, M.D., Ph.D., Head of the Memory Center ICRC St. Anne´s University Hospital Brno, Czech Republic

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Daniel Amen, M.D., Director of the Amen Clinics, Costa Mesa, CA

Lisa Barnes, Ph.D., Alla V. and Solomon Jesmer Professor Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center, Chicago, IL

Ma Gloria Borras-Boneu, M.D., GRD Health Institute - Barcelona, Spain

Hiroko Dodge, Ph.D., Kevreson Research Professor of Neurology University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Oregon Health & Science University

Nancy Emerson Lombardo, Ph.D., Adjunct Research Assistant Professor of Neurology Boston University, School of Medicine, Alzheimer’s Disease Center, Boston, MA

Elissa Epel, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry, University of California, San Francisco, CA

Fayron Epps, Ph.D., RN, Principal Investigator of the Faith Village Research Lab, Atlanta, GA

Annie Fenn, M.D., Women’s health specialist & Founder of Brain Health Kitchen, Jackson Hole, WY

Karen E. Innes, MSPH, Ph.D., Professor of Epidemiology, Western Virginia University School of Public Health, Morgantown, WV

Richard S. Isaacson, M.D., Director, Alzheimer's Prevention Program, Florida Atlantic University

Boca Raton, FL

Tejinder Kaur Khalsa, M.D., M.S., FRCP, Consultant for WHO, Rochester, MN

Miia Kivipelto, M.D., Ph.D., Aging Research Center and Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, Karolinska Institute - Stockholm, Sweden

Karen Koffler, M.D., Medical Director of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at University of Miami, FL

Helen Lavretsky, M.D., M.S., Professor, Department of Psychiatry, UCLA Semel Institute and Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital- Los Angeles, CA

Lisa Mosconi, Ph.D., Director, Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY

Andrew B. Newberg, M.D., Director, Marcus Institute of Integrative Health –Myrna Brind Center Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA

Arti Prasad, M.D., FACP, Chief of Medicine, Hennepin Medical Ctr Professor/Vice Chair of Medicine, University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN

Michelle Sierpina, Ph.D., Founding Director, UTMB Osher Institute for Lifelong Learning University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston, TX

Leonard A. Wisneski, MD, FACP, Clinical Professor of Medicine at George Washington University Medical Center, Washington, DC

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