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Could a trace of lithium help combat Alzheimer’s?

New research from Canada suggests that ultra-low doses of lithium may reverse symptoms of Alzheimer’s in mice – improving memory, reducing brain inflammation, and even restoring synaptic function.

While these findings are still early-stage and preclinical, they reignite interest in lithium’s neuroprotective potential — not just in mood stabilisation, but in broader neurodegenerative disorders.

At Mindhelp, we continue to follow such developments closely, recognising how evolving science may shape future mental health and disability supports.

Low dose of lithium reverses Alzheimer's symptoms in mice People with Alzheimer’s disease have lower levels of lithium in their brains than those without cognitive impairment, and a deficiency of the metal appears to accelerate the accumulation of amyloid plaques and memory loss – but it could possibly be reversed with a small dose of lithium