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02/29/2024
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By Olivia Cook
Bioactive compounds in GINKGO BILOBA found to improve cognitive recovery after stroke
A preliminary study revealed that ischemic stroke survivors had faster and better recovery of cognitive function after receiving injections of ginkgo diterpene lactone meglumine (GDLM) – a combination of the biologically active components of the “living fossil,” ginkgo biloba. One of the three main strokes, ischemic stroke occurs when a blood clot (called a thrombus) blocks […]
02/22/2024
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By Olivia Cook
Groundbreaking study finds first evidence of human-to-human transmission of Alzheimer’s disease
A recent study has found that Alzheimer’s disease can spread from human to human via accidental inoculation with mammalian prions during certain medical or surgical procedures. Mammalian prions are protein-only infectious agents that propagate in the brain and cause fatal neurodegenerative diseases. “We’re not suggesting for a moment you can catch Alzheimer’s disease. This is not transmissible […]
02/05/2024
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By Olivia Cook
Study links micro- and nanoplastics to Parkinson’s and dementia
A study has found that microplastics and nanoplastics affect a specific protein found in the brain, causing changes associated with Parkinson’s disease and some types of dementia. Microplastics and nanoplastics Microplastics and nanoplastics are two types of plastic waste that have become a major concern for environmental and human health. Produced from the degradation of larger […]
12/14/2023
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By Olivia Cook
FDA WARNING: Two popular antiseizure drugs have a potentially DEADLY side effect
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that popular antiseizure medicines levetiracetam and clobazam can cause serious hypersensitivity reaction that can be life-threatening if not diagnosed and treated quickly. This reaction, known as “drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms” (DRESS), may start as a rash, but can quickly lead to internal organ injury or death. […]
11/13/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Study discovers that STROKE could be TRANSMISSIBLE via blood transfusions
Stroke is a health issue that is often deemed as non-communicable, i.e. cannot be transmitted to one person or the other. But a study appears to challenge this view, arguing that blood transfusions can contribute to other people having the condition. A stroke happens when oxygenated blood that flows through the arteries is prevented from […]
11/07/2023
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By Olivia Cook
How to keep your brain healthy and sharp as you age
Memory lapses, colloquially referred to as occasional “senior moments,” can occur at any age. Evidence shows that aging alone is generally not a cause of cognitive decline. Here are some science-proven ways to keep your brain healthy and sharp, and preserve your mental abilities as you get older. Incorporate simple brain exercises into your daily […]
11/07/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Common herbicides linked to diminished brain function in young adults
The use of herbicides has become commonplace in a world that constantly strives for greater crop yield, as well as beautiful lawns and landscaping. However, a recent study from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) has found potential dangers linked to the use of common herbicides – particularly their impact on the brain function […]
10/19/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Study: Older adults who regularly use the internet have LESS DEMENTIA RISK than non-regular users
Regular internet usage is often painted as a negative, but research has found a positive to the practice – especially in the case of older users. A longitudinal study of a large group of older adults showed that regular internet users had approximately half the risk of dementia compared to their same-age peers who did […]
10/16/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Ginseng’s secret weapon: Battling cancer with ancient wisdom
Western medicine hasn’t really recognized the incredible value of antioxidant-rich ginseng, until a review article was published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines. The paper reported on the therapeutic potential of ginsenosides, the herb’s main bioactive component, and their prospects in the treatment of fatal diseases such as cancer. Studied extensively, ginsenosides display anticancer […]
08/02/2023
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By Olivia Cook
Gut bacteria can influence your mood, thoughts, behavior and brain
Numerous studies have shown that gut bacteria are related to various states of mental health. Reputable scientists like Dr. Michael Gershon, dubbed the father of neurogastroenterology, believe that humans have a second brain in the gut. With the brain and the gut working in a bi-direction, they could affect each other’s functions and significantly impact anxiety, […]
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