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·September 6, 2023·4 min read

Sleep Deprivation Depletes a Key Protective Protein in Brain

Sleep deprivation doesn't just leave you tired—it harms the brain and elevates the risk for diseases like Alzheimer’s. Researchers delving into how this occurs have made a breakthrough by identifying a protein, pleiotrophin (PTN), which drops in sleep-deprived mice.

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·August 28, 2023·5 min read

How Wildfire Smoke Can Alter Brain Health and Trigger Inflammation

Researchers discovered that wildfire smoke can trigger long-lasting inflammation in the brain. Their study shows that this inflammation specifically targets the hippocampus, a brain area crucial for learning and memory.

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·July 29, 2023·9 min read

Long-term MIND Diet Commitment Key to Boosting Brain Health

A recent study unveils the significance of long-term commitment to the MIND diet in enhancing brain health. The first randomized clinical trial of its kind, the study observed that short-term cognitive improvements were seen within the first two years, however, no significant difference was noted between the MIND diet and a calorie-restricted control diet over a three-year period.

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·July 24, 2023·2 min read

Berry Good News: Daily Strawberries Boost Cognitive & Cardio Health

Consuming strawberries daily was linked to improved cognitive function, lower blood pressure, and increased antioxidant capacity. The study involved 35 healthy individuals who consumed an amount equivalent to two servings of strawberries daily.

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·April 24, 2023·5 min read

Prioritizing Brain Health: Blood Pressure Control Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk and Minimizes Brain Aging

A recent study suggests that intensive blood pressure treatment with a target of less than 120 mm Hg can reduce the risk of adverse cerebrovascular events and improve overall brain health in adults over 50. Patients who more intensely managed their hypertension had fewer white matter lesions in the brain. White matter lesions are associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, cognitive decline, and accelerated brain aging.

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·April 18, 2023·4 min read

Exercise Boosts Brain Health With Chemical Signals

Chemical signals released by muscles during exercise promote neural development in the brain, researchers report.

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·April 7, 2023·7 min read

High Blood Pressure in Your 30s Is Associated With Worse Brain Health in Your 70s

High blood pressure during your 30s increases the risk of dementia and cognitive decline later in life. Treating hypertension early can help to prevent dementia and Alzheimer's disease in your 70s.

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·April 6, 2023·4 min read

The Cold Truth: Frequent Common Colds Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk

Suffering from frequent colds and flu may impact brain aging, accelerate cognitive decline, and could increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. In mice, intermittent experiences of moderate inflammation, such as that caused by the flu or common cold, caused impaired cognition and disrupted neural communication.

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·April 3, 2023·4 min read

A Handful of Blueberries a Day Could Help Improve Brain Function

Adding a handful of blueberries to your daily diet can help reduce blood pressure, improve memory and cognitive function, and boost reaction times.

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·February 2, 2023·5 min read

Ideal Blood Pressure May Remodel Brain Clearance Pathways Linked to Brain Health and Dementia

Receiving more intensive treatment for high blood pressure results in positive alterations in brain structures associated with clearing toxins and other by-products. Findings reveal intensive blood pressure treatments can reduce the risk of dementia and improve brain health overall.

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·February 2, 2023·5 min read

Poor Oral Health May Contribute to Declines in Brain Health

A genetic predisposition to oral health problems increased the risk of white matter hyperintensities and was associated with a 43% increase in microstructural damage in the brain. The study adds to the growing body of evidence connecting poor oral health to an increased risk of neurological disorders.

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·January 25, 2023·3 min read

Early Cardiovascular Disease Linked to Worse Brain Health in Middle Age

People who suffer from cardiovascular disease early in life are more likely to have cognitive and memory problems, and worse brain health during middle age.

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brain health

Sleep Deprivation Depletes a Key Protective Protein in Brain

How Wildfire Smoke Can Alter Brain Health and Trigger Inflammation

Long-term MIND Diet Commitment Key to Boosting Brain Health

Berry Good News: Daily Strawberries Boost Cognitive & Cardio Health

Prioritizing Brain Health: Blood Pressure Control Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk and Minimizes Brain Aging

Exercise Boosts Brain Health With Chemical Signals

High Blood Pressure in Your 30s Is Associated With Worse Brain Health in Your 70s

The Cold Truth: Frequent Common Colds Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk

A Handful of Blueberries a Day Could Help Improve Brain Function

Ideal Blood Pressure May Remodel Brain Clearance Pathways Linked to Brain Health and Dementia

Poor Oral Health May Contribute to Declines in Brain Health

Early Cardiovascular Disease Linked to Worse Brain Health in Middle Age

Predicting PTSD: Brain Scans Unravel Trauma’s Long-term Effects

Brain’s Molecular Response to Psychological Loss

Brain’s Dual-Chemical Switch for Attention Revealed

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