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Study finds Alzheimer’s drugs might boost healthy protein in brain
Researchers have discovered that Alzheimer’s drugs Leqembi and Kisunla boost levels of a healthy form of protein in the brain, even as they reduce its more toxic form. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Two monoclonal antibody treatments to slow Alzheimer’s disease , lecanemab (Leqembi)…
Boosting brain protein levels may slow decline from Alzheimer’s
A study published in the journal Brain shows that increases in protein levels with new Alzheimer’s drugs can explain the slowing of cognitive impairment at least as well as the reduction in amyloid plaques. During a study challenging the idea that newly approved monoclonal…
Matcha green tea may improve sleep, social functioning in older adults
Can matcha tea help improve brain health as we age? A new study investigates. Image credit: Martí Sans/Stocksy. Japanese researchers recently evaluated the potential cognitive benefits of matcha green tea (powdered green tea) for older adults. Green teas contain antioxidants that can provide health…
Power Naps: Surprising Health Benefits and How to Take Them
Power naps are short naps that last 30 minutes or less. Napping has many benefits, such as improved performance at work, better brain function, and mood benefits.1 However, not all naps are created equally. A power nap differs from a regular nap in that…
Brain Scientists Finally Discover the Glue that Makes Memories Stick for a Lifetime
6 min read A long-running research endeavor reveals key chemical players that cement memories in place—and still more have yet to be discovered By Simon Makin Synapse Sebastian Kaulitzki/Science Photo Library/Getty Images The persistence of memory is crucial to our sense of identity, and…
Kynurenine pathway blockade shows promise for restoring brain metabolism in Alzheimer’s
Among the many ways neuroscientists think Alzheimer’s disease may strip away brain function is by disrupting the glucose metabolism needed to fuel the healthy brain. In essence, declining metabolism robs the brain of energy, impairing thinking and memory. Against that backdrop, a team of…
Gen Z blames social media for mental health struggles, yet few are ready to disconnect
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Oxford study reveals COVID-19 mRNA vaccines as the sole cause of heart inflammation and heart failure in children
Researchers at the University of Oxford have uncovered one of the most significant data points with the COVID-19 vaccines. The COVID-19 mRNA vaccines are the sole cause of myocarditis, pericarditis and heart failure among children and adolescents. This revelation challenges the narrative pushed by…
Reverse ‘TikTok Brain’ With These 8 Dopamine-Boosting Tips
Photo Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health; Getty Images Key Takeaways Rapid-fire, reward-driven content like social media videos can interfere with dopamine regulation and make it challenging to maintain focus on tasks lacking immediate gratification. Incorporating strategies such as regular exercise, adequate sleep,…
Newly Discovered Brain Wave Helps Lock in Memories While We Sleep
Sleep works magic on memory. You might’ve felt these frustrations before: Trying to learn a guitar riff, shoot a free-throw, or nail a difficult phrase in a new language, but despite hours of practice, you’re just not getting it right. Then with a good…
New Research Reveals That Your Brain’s Memory “Resets” Every Night
A new study from Cornell University reveals that sleep not only consolidates memories but also resets the brain’s memory storage mechanism. This process, governed by specific regions in the hippocampus, allows neurons to prepare for new learning without being overwhelmed. This insight opens potential…
Brain cells ‘reset’ during sleep to prepare for tomorrow’s memories
A good night’s sleep is crucial for helping people make new memories: Neurons that capture new memories during the day reset while you sleep, researchers reported. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News A good night’s sleep is crucial for helping people make new memories, a…
Sleep resets neurons for new memories the next day
While everyone knows that a good night’s sleep restores energy, a new Cornell University study finds it resets another vital function: memory. Learning or experiencing new things activates neurons in the hippocampus, a region of the brain vital for memory. Later, while we sleep,…
NHS data: Nearly 200,000 Brits currently awaiting autism assessment – 30,000 more than the previous year
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Researchers discover dual benefits of naturally occurring supplement on sleep and gut health
Credit: Miriam Alonso from Pexels National University of Singapore (NUS) nutritionists have found that 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) supplementation can improve sleep quality in Singaporean older adults, particularly in individuals with poor sleep patterns, and manage their gut microbiome composition. Ensuring good sleep quality is an…
Scientists Claim Brain Chemicals Are Linked to Blood Pressure Regulation
Your “love hormone” can impact your blood pressure at times when your oxygen level is low. Recently, scientists have recently identified two brain-produced chemicals, including oxytocin, which is popularly known as the love hormone. The team concluded that they can affect our blood pressure…
Boost your brain: The power of a healthy diet
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Recent research has shown that our diet plays a crucial role in maintaining not just our physical well-being, but also our brain health. A diet high in sugars and processed foods can weaken brain function and negatively impact mental health….
Boost your brain: The power of a healthy diet
Published 3:30 pm Friday, August 2, 2024 By Special to The Advocate-Messenger UK Healthcare Recent research has shown that our diet plays a crucial role in maintaining not just our physical wellbeing, but also our brain health. A diet high in sugars and processed…
Epigenetics Unlocks Secrets of Memory Formation
Summary: A new study reveals that the epigenetic state of neurons determines their role in memory formation. Neurons with open chromatin states are more likely to be recruited into memory traces, showing higher electrical activity during learning. Researchers demonstrated that manipulating these epigenetic states…
Neurocosmetics Work With Your Brain to Give You Healthy Skin: Here’s What You Need to Know
Skin care products are always changing thanks to new technology, improved ingredients and easier customizations. But what if your skincare products could interact with your nervous system? With neurocosmetics, the latest optimization in skin health, they can. Here, dermatologists are sharing all you need…