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·November 30, 2023·5 min read

High ‘Good Cholesterol’ Linked to Dementia Risk

A new study found that abnormally high levels of HDL-C (high-density lipoprotein cholesterol), often referred to as 'good cholesterol', may increase the risk of dementia in older adults. This large-scale study, part of the ASPREE project, observed over 18,668 participants, noting that those with very high HDL-C levels had a 27% higher risk of dementia.

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·November 29, 2023·5 min read

Innovative Fiber to Tackle Alzheimer’s Developed

A collaborative team is developing a neural fiber to combat Alzheimer’s disease. This high-priority NIH-funded project aims to create a minimally invasive fiber, capable of electrical stimulation and drug delivery, to study and potentially reverse memory loss.

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·November 29, 2023·4 min read

Personality Traits: A Surprising Factor in Dementia Risk

Researchers revealed that certain personality traits, such as conscientiousness, extraversion, and positive affect, can reduce the likelihood of a dementia diagnosis. This comprehensive analysis involved over 44,000 people, with 1,703 developing dementia.

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·November 27, 2023·5 min read

Alzheimer’s Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Linked to Brain Inflammation

Researchers discovered that the neuropsychiatric symptoms in Alzheimer’s disease, such as irritability, agitation, and depression, primarily stem from brain inflammation rather than amyloid and tau proteins. This study involved 109 elderly individuals and found a strong correlation between neuroinflammation and these challenging symptoms.

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·November 27, 2023·4 min read

Active Lifestyle Halts Memory Loss: New Alzheimer’s Insight

A new study reveals that personalized health and lifestyle changes can significantly delay or prevent memory loss in older adults at high risk of Alzheimer's. The study, involving 172 participants, showed that those receiving personalized coaching to manage risk factors like uncontrolled diabetes and physical inactivity had a 74% cognitive improvement compared to the control group.

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·November 21, 2023·4 min read

Midlife Visceral Fat Tied to Alzheimer’s Risk

Researchers reveal that higher amounts of visceral abdominal fat in midlife is associated with the development of Alzheimer's disease. Visceral fat, the fat surrounding internal organs, is linked to brain changes up to 15 years before Alzheimer's symptoms appear.

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·November 21, 2023·4 min read

Used Coffee Grounds Hold Potential Key to Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers found that Carbon Quantum Dots (CACQDs) derived from used coffee grounds could protect brain cells from damage caused by neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. CACQDs showed neuroprotective effects in various models, including Parkinson's caused by pesticide exposure. These CACQDs have the potential to address the underlying causes of neurodegenerative disorders, rather than just managing symptoms.

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·November 16, 2023·6 min read

Alzheimer’s Affects Brain Networks Beyond Memory

Researchers discovered that Alzheimer's-related changes in brain networks extend beyond memory and attention, impacting sensory and motor circuits. These findings challenge previous assumptions about Alzheimer's effects.

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·November 16, 2023·6 min read

Mutation in Brain’s Immune Cells Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk

A genetic mutation affecting microglia, the brain's immune cells, can increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease up to threefold. The mutation, known as TREM2 R47H/+, impairs microglia function and contributes to Alzheimer's pathology.

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·November 15, 2023·2 min read

Hippocampus Shrinkage Linked to Cognitive Decline Beyond Alzheimer’s

A new study indicates that hippocampal shrinkage in the brain is associated with cognitive decline, independent of amyloid-beta plaques, a key marker of Alzheimer's disease. The study suggests that neurodegenerative diseases other than Alzheimer's contribute to cognitive decline.

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·November 1, 2023·5 min read

Metabolic Rise in Hippocampus Unveils Alzheimer’s Early Footprint

Researchers reveal a surprising early phase in Alzheimer’s disease development: a metabolic boost in the hippocampus. Studying mice resembling human Alzheimer's pathology, they observed increased mitochondrial metabolism followed by synaptic disruptions due to hindered cellular recycling.

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·October 30, 2023·5 min read

Less Deep Sleep in Seniors May Be A Silent Alarm for Dementia Risk

A mere 1% reduction in deep sleep yearly for those above 60 translates to a 27% higher dementia risk. Monitoring 346 participants over 60 from the Framingham Heart Study, the research observed declining deep sleep patterns and found 52 dementia cases in 17 years.

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Alzheimer’s disease

High ‘Good Cholesterol’ Linked to Dementia Risk

Innovative Fiber to Tackle Alzheimer’s Developed

Personality Traits: A Surprising Factor in Dementia Risk

Alzheimer’s Neuropsychiatric Symptoms Linked to Brain Inflammation

Active Lifestyle Halts Memory Loss: New Alzheimer’s Insight

Midlife Visceral Fat Tied to Alzheimer’s Risk

Used Coffee Grounds Hold Potential Key to Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases

Alzheimer’s Affects Brain Networks Beyond Memory

Mutation in Brain’s Immune Cells Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk

Hippocampus Shrinkage Linked to Cognitive Decline Beyond Alzheimer’s

Metabolic Rise in Hippocampus Unveils Alzheimer’s Early Footprint

Less Deep Sleep in Seniors May Be A Silent Alarm for Dementia Risk

Stickleback Fish Reveal Insights into Animal Decision-Making

AI-Enhanced Imaging: Probing Brain’s Visual Processing

High ‘Good Cholesterol’ Linked to Dementia Risk

Cannabis and Alcohol Co-use Impacts Adolescent Brain and Behavior

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