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·May 5, 2020

New evidence that higher caffeine and urate levels are protective against Parkinson’s

Caffeine and urate have been associated with a reduced risk of idiopathic Parkinson's disease. Researchers noted a lower caffeine intake in idiopathic Parkinson's patients. Increasing caffeine consumption was linked to decreased odds of being diagnosed with Parkinson's. Lower levels of blood urate were also associated with an increased risk of Parkinson's disease. Read More

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·February 3, 2020

Aerobic exercise training linked to enhanced brain function

People with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer's disease can benefit significantly from a six-month aerobic training program. Aerobic exercise helps improve brain glucose metabolism and executive function, in addition to increasing cardiorespiratory fitness. Read More

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·January 30, 2020

High and low exercise intensity found to influence brain function differently

Low-intensity exercise triggers brain networks associated with cognitive control and attention processing, while high-intensity exercise activates networks involved in emotional processing. Read More

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·January 20, 2020

Human Exposure to Aluminum Linked to Familial Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers found a close association between high aluminum content in brain tissue and amyloid-beta location in post-mortem samples of people with familial Alzheimer's disease. The findings back up previous claims that aluminum exposure may be linked to the development of the neurodegenerative disease. Read More

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·November 15, 2019

Fecal transplantation to treat patients with Parkinson’s disease: Hope or hype?

Study reflects on the possible use of fecal microbiome transplants and pre/probiotics to help with the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Findings reveal fecal transplants have not yet been proven to be effective for motor symptoms associated with the condition, and probiotics have only been shown to assist with constipation. Read More

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·November 14, 2019

Targeting alpha-synuclein in the gut may slow down Parkinson’s disease

Scientists are conducting experiments to see if targeting the enteric nervous system with a compound can inhibit the aggregation of alpha-synuclein and slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Read More

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·November 14, 2019

Inflammatory bowel disease appears to impact risk of Parkinson’s disease

Study provides new insights into how the immune system and inflammation play a role in the development and progression of Parkinson's disease. Read More

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·November 11, 2019

What do we know about the gut microbiota in Parkinson’s disease?

Researchers propose future gut microbiome studies related to Parkinson's disease should address questions relevant to patient care. Read More

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·November 7, 2019

Where does Parkinson’s disease start? In the brain or gut? Or both?

Lewy body disorders, including Parkinson's disease and Lewy body dementia, comprise of two distinct subtypes. One subtype originates in the peripheral nervous system (PNS) of the gut and spreads to the brain. The other originates in the brain, or enters the brain via the olfactory system, before spreading to the brainstem and PNS. Read More

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·October 28, 2019

Looking at the way we walk can help predict cognitive decline

Gait disorders and slowed walking speeds may be useful indicators of future cognitive decline. Read More

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·September 25, 2019

How and why does Parkinson’s disease affect women and men differently?

Study highlights the role estrogen plays in the differences in the progression of Parkinson's disease between men and women. Read More

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·September 17, 2019

Alzheimer’s memory loss reversed by new head device using electromagnetic waves

A new, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment shows promise in enhancing memories and cognitive function in those with Alzheimer's disease. Transcranial electromagnetic treatment (TEMT) increases functional connectivity within the cingulate cortex. TEMT is also able to penetrate the brain to break up amyloid-beta and tau deposits, slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Read More

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