Key Points: Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder characterized by memory loss, cognitive decline, and behavioral changes due to the degeneration and death of brain cells. These changes in the brain are thought to be caused by the buildup of abnormal protein in the brain, causing damage and eventually killing brain cells. In this… Continue reading Researchers Use Gold Nanoparticles to Treat Neurodegenerative Disease
Category: Brain & Neurons
Probiotic and Fiber Drink Deters Dementia in New Japanese Study
Key Points: Millions of people across the globe suffer from dementia, with worldwide economic costs reaching $1.3 trillion in 2019, not to mention the unmeasurable physical, emotional, and psychological costs. Since dementia is preceded by mild cognitive impairment (MCI) — decrements in memory and thinking — countering MCI could deter the path to dementia. Now, as reported… Continue reading Probiotic and Fiber Drink Deters Dementia in New Japanese Study
Study Shows Stem Cell-Secreted Particles Can Reverse Alzheimer’s
Key Points: An overarching objective of aging research is to find a universal therapy capable of treating a spectrum of age-related diseases, including AD. Considering that organ degeneration is behind most age-related diseases, the organ regenerative properties of stem cell EVs may provide such a therapy. Now, researchers from Tongji University in China present data… Continue reading Study Shows Stem Cell-Secreted Particles Can Reverse Alzheimer’s
New Study Reveals Coffee-Derived Molecule Trigonelline Defends Against Cognitive Decline
Key Points: Age-related cognitive decline affects ~11.7% of adults over age 65 and up to ~40% of adults over 80, with symptoms including slower problem-solving ability, reduced perceptual speed, and memory impairment. Recent research has increasingly focused on the potential of naturally occurring compounds in foods and beverages to slow down brain aging and counteract… Continue reading New Study Reveals Coffee-Derived Molecule Trigonelline Defends Against Cognitive Decline
Latest Findings: Fisetin Confers Anti-Aging Impact Against Brain Senescence
Key Points: Fisetin, a naturally-occurring flavonoid found in fruits and vegetables like strawberries, cucumbers, apples, and onions, has been shown to enhance rodent cognition and promote neuron survival. Fisetin’s cognition enhancing effects in rodents have mainly been attributed to its antioxidant and antiinflammatory activities. However, whether fisetin acts as a senolytic agent to reduce senescent… Continue reading Latest Findings: Fisetin Confers Anti-Aging Impact Against Brain Senescence
New Study Shows Plant-Derived Phytosterols Prevent Aging-Associated Hearing Loss
Key Points: Hearing loss is strongly associated with cognitive decline and dementia in older adults, hinting that a general collapse of brain function accompanies deficits in its sensory architecture. Our hearing ability depends on sensory cells within our inner ear that change in length in response to sound, which surprisingly could be affected by cholesterol… Continue reading New Study Shows Plant-Derived Phytosterols Prevent Aging-Associated Hearing Loss
NAD⁺ Precursor Nicotinamide Enhances Nerve Insulation for Rapid Electrical Signal Propagation: Greek Study
Key Points Myelin is a layer of fat that wraps around axons — protrusions from neurons that propagate electrical signals in the nervous system, including within the brain. Evidence has shown that myelin loss — demyelination — occurs as we grow older and that it contributes to the pathology of age-related neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s… Continue reading NAD⁺ Precursor Nicotinamide Enhances Nerve Insulation for Rapid Electrical Signal Propagation: Greek Study
Intermittent Fasting Improves Memory and Rescues Brain Pathology in Alzheimer’s: UC San Diego Study
Key Points: A new study helps to confirm that intermittent fasting isn’t just a fad diet. Researchers from the University of California (UC) San Diego report in Cell Metabolism that TRF prevents memory loss and reduces amyloid plaques in AD mice. Whittaker and colleagues also show that TRF elevates blood ketones — the brain’s fat-derived… Continue reading Intermittent Fasting Improves Memory and Rescues Brain Pathology in Alzheimer’s: UC San Diego Study
Latest Study Shows Senolytic Therapy Protects the Brain from Injury and Preserves Memory
Key Points: Chronic brain inflammation is a primary affliction of TBI that scientists surmise inflicts neurodegeneration. Such inflammation may be caused by senescent cells, which contribute to driving the aging process. Now, researchers from Augusta University in Georgia show that senolytics — compounds that selectively destroy senescent cells — could benefit TBI patients by mitigating… Continue reading Latest Study Shows Senolytic Therapy Protects the Brain from Injury and Preserves Memory
UCI Study Shows Simple Fragrance Boosts Memory to Counter Brain Aging
Key Points: With age, our sense of smell begins to deteriorate, especially after the age of 70. Such olfactory deficits are associated with neurodegeneration, cognitive impairment, dementia, and all-cause mortality. This means our ability to smell is closely tied to brain aging and longevity. Now, scientists from the University of California Irvine (UCI) may have… Continue reading UCI Study Shows Simple Fragrance Boosts Memory to Counter Brain Aging