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08/04/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Consuming more strawberries may help lower Alzheimer’s risk among the elderly
A study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition found that a diet rich in vitamin C, anthocyanidin and flavonoid – nutrients plenty in strawberries – can help reduce Alzheimer’s disease among older people. The researchers from the Rush University Medical Center and Rush Insitute for Health Aging said that participants who ate strawberries more than once a week […]
10/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Major component of silymarin may help prevent Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
Silymarin is an herbal extract that’s popularly used as a health supplement. It is associated with liver benefits and is often taken by patients with hepatitis. Silymarin contains a mixture of various compounds, the most active of which is the flavonoid known as silibinin. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers from different universities […]
10/03/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Chinese skullcap protects against brain disorders by preventing neuronal death
Scutellaria baicalensis, also known as Chinese skullcap, is a flowering plant that belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years. TCM practitioners value S. baicalensis for its ability to treat conditions caused by inflammation. Researchers, on the other hand, have studied this plant extensively due to its […]
10/01/2019
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By Melissa Smith
The bush apple tree found to have neuroprotective properties that could be used as an intervention against neurodegenerative diseases
A person’s brain health declines as he ages. In particular, neurons — building blocks of the nervous system — die or become damaged. As a result, his risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease increases. Fortunately, he can protect himself from neurodegenerative diseases with the help of natural medicines like the bush apple […]
09/16/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Herbal remedies for improving dilation of blood vessels in the brain
Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS) is a rare condition caused by the sudden tightening of blood vessels that supply oxygen to the brain. It is characterized by severe ‘thunderclap’ headaches – with or without neurological symptoms – and in some cases, occasional seizures. RCVS can also lead to ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. Traditionally, two medicinal plants, […]
08/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Analyzing the effects of silibinin against prothrombin kringle-2-induced neurodegeneration
In this study, researchers from different universities in South Korea demonstrated how silibinin, a flavonoid found in milk thistle, can be used for Parkinson’s disease therapy. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Both Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease exhibit common features of neurodegenerative diseases and are caused by numerous […]
08/22/2019
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By Janine Acero
Just ONE serving of greens per day helps delay brain aging by over a decade
Aging causes a lot of unwanted health issues, most notably cognitive decline and memory loss. People in their 50s are told that nothing can be done about it. But is decreased brain function really an inevitable part of aging? New research from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago suggests that a simple step can be […]
07/18/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Extracts of the bush apple tree found to have neuroprotective potential
Researchers from the Federal University of Technology and the Federal Institute of Industrial Research Oshodi in Nigeria and the Federal University of Santa Maria in Brazil looked at the neuroprotective potentials of the extracts of bush apple (Heinsia crinite) leaf in vitro. They published their results in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. The leaves […]
06/19/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Maintaining brain health: Keep your brain young with these supplements and lifestyle habits
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that impairs memory and other important cognitive functions. Today, it affects about 5.3 million Americans and is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. The number is alarming and continues to increase each year. Before it’s too late, take extra steps on keeping your brain young and […]
02/19/2019
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By Cassie B.
A naturally-occurring plant compound shows great potential for treating Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and depression
Scientists have learned a lot about most of the body’s organs over the years. The growing body of knowledge on the liver, heart, lungs and kidneys has enabled many people to enjoy much better health outcomes in recent times. However, there is still a lot about the brain that we don’t know – although scientists […]
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