Dear Ajmelone,

I have heard lots of things about this and they are supposed to be good for Alzheimers. However, I haven't heard of anyone using it. There are several articles out about it and you could probably google it and find something. I wish I had known this for my hubby who passed away 1 year ago today. He sure could have used the laxative effect of it since his pain meds constipated him and it was a major problem for him.
As for your Grandmother;s tantrums, maybe it is time for a med change. Can you talk to her Dr. about her personality changes? It may just mean she needs her meds tweaked as the disease progresses.

hugs......Carolyn

Somewhere on th eold posts here I mentioned this about a year and a half ago or more even. Yes I have heard of it and that it is good and I tried it , but my husband was too far along at the time so can't say if it would help, but can't hurt.

You may be giving too much and thats why the laxative effect. Warm it so it becomes liquid and add to anything ..a drink, in food, on cereal whatever yoy think. But only 2 Tablespoonsfull 1xD I don't know how much you are giving. There have been many writups on this being beneficial if started early enough on and consistent....Good luck!

PS...its suppose to help slow progression but it doesn't go backwards and reverse things already happening.

I only put one tablespoon, while I was cooking chicken. I used it again, this time only putting a teaspoon and it had the same effect. Maybe it's just her system? I don't wanna give it to her if that is going to keep happening.

I knew it didn't reverse what was already done, but I was hoping it would bring about a change though. Her tantrums have subsided, but now she is justy crass all the time. I told her we didn't need eggs, because we already had two dozen, and she proceded to tell me that I was a bitch, and to mind my own damn business. I then approached it a different way, and commented that she didn't have alot of money in her account. She screamed at me saying that I am not the boss of her. Furthermore she called me a failure for not being in school, and that I am a lazy ass (when in reality I dropped out of school due to financial issues, and because of her diagnosis, so I work 40 hours a week doing overnights, and I work 50 hours a week from home, so I cold help her out financially, and to keep an eye on her, although she diesn't realize that)

I am mentally and emotionally exhausted. I just want to give up some days. I never thought I could be challenged this much, and she hasn't even reached pivotol stages yet. I don't know what to do.

When my Mom got to this stage...the mean angry stage ...we took her to her MD , her gave us a script for Klonopin, it's an anti anxiety med , it helped a lot .

As time has progressed , and so has my Mom's dementia, she is now on Risperidol, it has helped a lot in controlling her out bursts of rage

I've been using it. I don't see any difference. But it does make things taste pretty good. I notice it gives me loose bowels, though, if I eat too much. So be careful of that.

I have started using it when I remember. I like the taste but only have a teaspoon a day.
People on another Alzheimer website said they noticed a difference in their spouse after taking it.
I seem to be forgetting a lot these days and will take anything that might help.

Dear Ajmelone,

Only one of the dozen articles re: coconut oil.

http://highlyuncivilized.com/2011/12/13/dr-mary-newport-on-coconut-oil-and-alzheimers/

I went to a support group where Dr. Mary Newport spoke. She's really into it. I tried it, but couldn't see much of a difference, besides Paul has vascular dementia not alz. The resperidone does wonders for agitation, etc. I love sleeping at night now! He sleeps like a baby.

Good luck,

Susan

We took my Grandmother to a psychiatrist and he prescribed Depakote. It didn't stop her from being her usual grumpy self but it brought the mood swings into a more desirable range. She would have random outbursts with friends, in public, etc...and it helped with that it seems. We also have a routine where she has chamomile tea with honey 2-3 times a day or whenever she seems anxious. I think a very structured routine is the best way to "control" their behavior. We have a chart in the kitchen that tells her what to do at what time, kind of like a kids routine board, and it keeps her busy with activities that she enjoys and it makes her feel independent, which really seems to help her overall mood.

Wow, I am sorry you are going through this. My mom only went through that phase for a short period of time and it was mostly directed to stepfather (her husband), which I felt was long overdue anyway.. now she is quiet and barely speaks. I think if they become very verbally abusive they need medication. I would make a trip to her neurologist to see what he or she thinks. Good luck with everything.