Looking for the best books on dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, memory loss, and brain health? This carefully selected collection features books written by respected neurologists, physicians, researchers, and health experts exploring the latest science on cognitive decline, healthy ageing, prevention strategies, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine.
These books cover a wide range of topics, including:
- Understanding dementia and cognitive decline
- Alzheimer’s disease research
- Parkinson’s disease management
- Brain health and healthy ageing
- Nutrition and lifestyle approaches
- Neuroplasticity and memory
- Practical strategies for patients and caregivers
Many of these authors reference peer-reviewed scientific research while sharing clinical experience and practical guidance to help readers better understand brain health and support cognitive health.
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Dr Dale Bredesen
Dr Dale Bredesen’s internationally recognised book explores a comprehensive, research-informed approach to understanding Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline. It discusses lifestyle, nutrition, sleep, exercise, and other factors that may influence long-term brain health.
Topics: Alzheimer’s disease • Dementia • Brain health • Prevention • Lifestyle medicine
Dr Ray Dorsey/Dr Michael Okun
Leading Parkinson’s specialists explain why Parkinson’s disease is becoming increasingly common and provide practical guidance for patients, families, healthcare professionals, and policymakers. The book combines current research with advice on improving quality of life.
Topics: Parkinson’s disease • Research • Treatment • Patient support
Dr Norman Doidge
Dr Doidge’s bestselling books The Brain That Changes Itself and The Brain’s Way of Healing explore neuroplasticity—the brain’s remarkable ability to adapt, reorganise, and recover. These books have introduced millions of readers to the science behind brain healing and lifelong learning.
Topics: Neuroplasticity • Brain recovery • Cognitive health
Marilyn Glenville
Dr Marilyn Glenville examines dementia risk factors, healthy ageing, and practical lifestyle strategies that may support long-term cognitive wellbeing. Her work aims to help readers understand how nutrition and daily habits can influence brain health.
Topics: Dementia • Healthy ageing • Nutrition
Dr Sanjay Gupta
Neurosurgeon Dr Gupta explores questions surrounding memory, ageing, dementia risk, exercise, nutrition, sleep, social connection, and lifelong brain health. The book separates evidence from myths while offering practical advice supported by current research.
Topics: Memory • Healthy ageing • Brain fitness • Cognitive decline
Patrick Holford
Patrick Holford explores nutrition, mental wellbeing, memory, stress management, sleep, and cognitive function. His work discusses dietary approaches, brain-supporting nutrients, and lifestyle habits that may contribute to maintaining cognitive health throughout life.
Topics: Brain health • Nutrition • Memory • Mental wellbeing
Dr David Perlmutter
In his bestselling work, Dr David Perlmutter examines the relationship between nutrition, inflammation, gut health, and brain function. He discusses emerging research on how dietary patterns may influence cognitive health and neurological health.
Topics: Nutrition • Brain health • Cognitive function
A programme that provides a carefully selected collection of books to support people living with dementia and their families, friends and carers. The books offer reliable information, personal stories and practical advice to help people understand dementia, manage challenges and support wellbeing.
Drs Dean & Ayesha Sherzai
Neurologists Dr Dean and Dr Ayesha Sherzai present a research-based approach to lifelong brain health, combining nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, and cognitive engagement into practical programmes designed to support healthy ageing.
Topics: Alzheimer’s prevention • Brain health • Lifestyle medicine • Dementia research
Why Read Books About Dementia?
Whether you’ve recently received a diagnosis, care for a loved one, or simply want to support long-term brain health, these books provide valuable insights into the science of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and cognitive ageing.
While no single book provides all the answers, learning from leading neurologists, physicians, and researchers can help you better understand current evidence, explore lifestyle strategies, and make informed decisions alongside qualified healthcare professionals.
We regularly update this collection to include trusted, evidence-based books from recognised experts in brain health and dementia research.