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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 15, 2023·4 min read

Parkinson’s Progression Halted by Inhibiting Enzyme

Researchers discovered that inhibiting a specific enzyme, USP30, in a mouse model protects dopamine-producing neurons, which are typically lost as the disease progresses. This groundbreaking finding suggests a new therapeutic avenue that could slow or even prevent Parkinson's progression.

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·October 5, 2023·5 min read

Caffeine Cuts Parkinson’s, Even with Genetic Predisposition

New research unveils a significant correlation between caffeine consumption and a lowered risk of Parkinson’s Disease (PD) for individuals with Asian gene variants linked to the disorder. The study involving 4,488 subjects disclosed that regular consumption of tea or coffee curtailed the risk of developing PD by four to eight times compared to non-caffeine drinkers who have the gene.

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·September 29, 2023·4 min read

Circadian Rhythm Off Beat: Parkinson’s and Nighttime Neuron Damage

Researchers delved into the enigma of sleep disturbances and their relation to Parkinson's disease. Utilizing fruit flies, they found that cellular stress linked to Parkinson's was especially damaging to neurons during nighttime.

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·September 15, 2023·6 min read

Parkinson’s Onset Theory Challenged: Synaptic Dysfunction Before Neuron Death

Contrary to the widely held belief that Parkinson’s disease originates from the degeneration of dopaminergic neurons, a new study suggests a precursor: synaptic dysfunction. This revelation unveils the dysfunction of dopaminergic synapses prior to neurodegeneration.

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·September 7, 2023·4 min read

Glymphatic System Key to Parkinson’s Protein Spread and Aggregation

Researchers shed light on the puzzle of Parkinson’s disease progression. They discovered that a mutated version of the α-synuclein protein moves through the brain's lymphatic system, known as the glymphatic system, before aggregating.

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·August 30, 2023·9 min read

Could A Gene Be A Hidden Shield Against Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s?

Researchers identified a gene allele, known as DR4, that offers more than a 10% average reduction in the risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. The study, involving hundreds of thousands of people from various ancestries, suggests a potential role of the tau protein in both conditions.

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·August 28, 2023·8 min read

Acting Out Dreams: Sleep Disorder A Warning Sign of Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers are probing into REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD), a condition where people physically act out their dreams. This parasomnia is more than a nocturnal hazard: research indicates a strong link between RBD and neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s.

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·August 25, 2023·3 min read

Dance Beyond Disease: Parkinson’s Patients Find Identity Through Performance

Dancing offers Parkinson’s patients more than physical rehabilitation; it provides a transformative avenue for personal identity and self-expression. Researchers discovered that participating in a dance company can profoundly influence the disease-related identity negotiation in individuals with Parkinson’s.

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·August 25, 2023·5 min read

Gut Instincts: Can Digestive Issues Predict Parkinson’s Onset?

New research posits that particular gastrointestinal issues may be precursors to Parkinson's disease. Utilizing a vast US medical record network, the study contrasted people diagnosed with Parkinson’s against those with Alzheimer’s, cerebrovascular disease, or none of these conditions.

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·August 22, 2023·6 min read

Parkinson’s Puzzle: Is the Root in the Gut, Not the Brain?

For years, Parkinson's has been labeled a brain disorder. However, intriguing research hints at its origins not in the brain, but the gut.

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·August 21, 2023·5 min read

Eye Scans Detect Parkinson’s Years Before Symptoms Surface

A new study identified markers in eye scans which can detect the presence of Parkinson’s disease an average of seven years before clinical presentation. This research, the largest of its kind, utilized artificial intelligence to analyze retinal imaging, revealing these early indicators of Parkinson's.

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Parkinson’s disease

Used Coffee Grounds Hold Potential Key to Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases

Parkinson’s Progression Halted by Inhibiting Enzyme

Caffeine Cuts Parkinson’s, Even with Genetic Predisposition

Circadian Rhythm Off Beat: Parkinson’s and Nighttime Neuron Damage

Parkinson’s Onset Theory Challenged: Synaptic Dysfunction Before Neuron Death

Glymphatic System Key to Parkinson’s Protein Spread and Aggregation

Could A Gene Be A Hidden Shield Against Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s?

Acting Out Dreams: Sleep Disorder A Warning Sign of Parkinson’s Disease

Dance Beyond Disease: Parkinson’s Patients Find Identity Through Performance

Gut Instincts: Can Digestive Issues Predict Parkinson’s Onset?

Parkinson’s Puzzle: Is the Root in the Gut, Not the Brain?

Eye Scans Detect Parkinson’s Years Before Symptoms Surface

Music Preferences Mirror Moral Values

Tinnitus Linked to Auditory Nerve Loss

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