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06/19/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Unique pattern in the blood may serve as an early warning sign for seizures
Researchers have discovered a group of molecules in the blood that can help predict an epileptic seizure. Their findings, published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation, revealed that fragment levels of three transfer ribonucleic acid (tRNA) are higher in pre-seizure blood samples from epileptics than post-seizure blood samples, and even samples from healthy controls. The researchers hope that their findings can be […]
06/19/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Adding more dietary choline can cut back the risk of dementia
Multiple studies have suggested that choline, an essential nutrient found in eggs and meat, can be instrumental in keeping cognitive decline at bay. But evidence to support this connection has eluded researchers for quite some time. In a recent paper published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers from the University of Eastern Finland established that taking phosphatidylcholine (PC), the chemical precursor to choline, leads to […]
06/12/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Molecular mechanism explained: How cilantro helps delay seizures common in epilepsy and other neurological disorders
Cilantro, one of the most popular kitchen herbs in the U.S., has been used in traditional medicine as an anticonvulsant for the treatment of unpredictable seizures common in neurological disorders like epilepsy. However, little is known about the molecular mechanisms behind the herb’s anticonvulsant effects. In a recent study published in the journal Federation of American Societies […]
06/02/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
The importance of taking supplements and reducing fall risk if you have MS and osteoporosis
Minor falls typically cause treatable injuries like scrapes and swollen muscles. But a simple fall can also cause fatal fractures, internal hemorrhage and paralysis. The National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) reports that falls are the second leading cause of spinal cord injuries. Although it’s fairly easy to avoid falls when you’re fit and healthy, the […]
05/27/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Hearing loss can INCREASE dementia risk by 17%: Straining to hear may accelerate brain aging, reveals study
Hearing loss increases the risk of dementia by up to 17 percent, according to a recent study. Published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the study showed that hearing difficulties in older adults might accelerate the natural aging process of the brain, thus raising the risk of dementia. Dementia: Types, symptoms and causes […]
05/22/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Getting a daily dose of exercise can boost the brain power of obese and overweight individuals
Exercise improves brain functions in overweight and obese individuals, according to a recent review. Published in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, it revealed that exercise altered the size of different areas of the brain, such as the prefrontal cortex and the hippocampus. Exercise also enhanced the structural integrity of white matter, the tissue in the brain […]
04/29/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Older adults enjoy the heart-healthy benefits of beetroot juice more than younger adults, study says
Packed with essential nutrients like iron, potassium and vitamin C, beetroot is steadily gaining popularity as a heart-healthy superfood. A recent study showed that consumption of beetroot juice led to improved heart and brain functions in both young and old adults. The study, published in Nutrients, also revealed that beetroot juice improved certain biomarkers for heart disease […]
04/16/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
A closer look at the dangers lead poses to the body
The body is equipped to process toxins. After all, it has an entire organ dedicated to the process of filtering out impurities on a daily basis. Unfortunately, the body cannot eliminate certain toxins like lead, a natural element used to create ammunition, car batteries and cable sheathing. Lead is toxic at any dose and serves no purpose inside […]
04/01/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Making healthy lifestyle choices can prevent the onset of dementia
A healthy lifestyle can prevent the onset of dementia regardless of genetic risk factors. This is according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). Researchers found that individuals aged 60 years and above who follow a healthy lifestyle have a lower risk of dementia than those who have an unhealthy […]
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