Arnold Schwarzenegger has always been a visionary, which resulted in him finding success with every venture. The former Governor’s vision also helped him implement revolutionary laws that have helped million. As a man always looking to help find solutions to some of humanity’s most pressing concerns like climate change, Schwarzenegger believes a breakthrough can save people from a life-threatening disease.

In his monthly newsletter, the former Governor of California mentioned that scientists from Italy might have found a compound that might help fight Alzheimer’s. However, the Austrian Oak also mentioned the surprising origin of the substance: beer. The former bodybuilding champion also said there was a catch. 

Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed the catch

In a section titled The Hops That Give Hope, the former politician said, “Scientists might appreciate beer more than you think.” According to the former Mr. Olympia, Italian scientists recently made a significant discovery. Hops flower extract, a compound found in beer, might play a role in fending off the life-threatening Alzheimer’s disease. However, one can’t just chug pints of beer, as the hops have to be extracted from the beer.

Schwarzenegger revealed, “The hops support the process of clearing out neurotoxic proteins.” When these proteins accumulate, they can lead to Alzheimer’s. However, the seven-time Mr. Olympia also said more research is necessary to determine the effects of the hops flower extract. Interestingly, the process of extracting the compound is similar to brewing beer.

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“The alcohol won’t do your body any favors,” wrote Schwarzenegger for those who plan to up their beer intake. The former politician implemented the ‘California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006′ and thinks that the recent breakthrough is promising.

Arnold’s family is already doing their part

Alzheimer’s disease has left its mark on Schwarzenegger’s life as well. His ex-wife Maria Shriver lost her father, Sargent Shriver, to the disease. Since then, Maria Shriver has poured resources to empower research dedicated to finding a solution for Alzheimer’s disease. Besides her efforts to bolster resources, Shriver also works to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease.

The couple’s eldest son, Patrick Schwarzenegger, has joined his mother on her crusade against the disease. The mother-son has even launched a brand focused on boosting brain health. Like his family, Arnold Schwarzenegger has also directly contributed to Alzheimer’s research.

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What do you make of the news? Do you agree with Arnold, or do you remain unconvinced? Write your thoughts in the comments.