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06/02/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
If they can’t cure your depression, maybe they can make you forget you have it: Common anticholinergic drugs increase dementia risk by 50 percent
The use of anticholinergic medications is widespread, especially among older adults. These medications are often prescribed by physicians to treat a wide variety of health problems, including bladder disorders, gastrointestinal issues, seasonal allergies and even depression. However, recent studies have found a connection between the use of anticholinergic drugs and acute cognitive impairments. In particular, these medications have […]
05/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Experts claim that acetyl-L-carnitine can boost memory in Alzheimer’s patients
Complementary and alternative approaches for the treatment of various types of dementia are steadily gaining traction due to the limited effectiveness of currently used medications. In the case of Alzheimer’s disease, cognitive enhancers like donepezil, memantine and galantamine have been found to produce varying results in multiple studies. Their effects also appear to be short-lived in some […]
05/13/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Immune cells ATTACK the aging brain and release a substance that hinders new nerve cell production, report scientists
One of the defining features of the brain that sets it apart from all other organs of the human body (except muscles) is that it is made up of cells that cannot regenerate. The nerve cells in the brain called neurons are terminally differentiated, meaning that, unlike skin cells or blood cells, they cannot reproduce. So […]
03/19/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Brain-boosting berberine: Study shows it reduces likelihood of Alzheimer’s disease
Berberine is a naturally occurring compound found in the plants that belong to the genus Berberis. Today, it is used as a supplement and is known to provide a wide variety of health benefits, including weight loss, reduced blood sugar and improved heart health. But recently, researchers from Hong Kong and Macau found another use […]
03/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oil from lantana can keep fungi and Alzheimer’s disease at bay
The flowering plant known as Lantana camara or West Indian lantana is a thorny shrub that was once cultivated as an ornamental in subtropical countries. It belongs to the verbena family, whose members are well-known for having a variety of uses in traditional medicine. Although L. camara is now generally considered an invasive weed, it […]
02/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Berberine a “multipotent” therapy for reducing risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers from Hong Kong and Macau conducted a systematic review to evaluate the neuroprotective effects of berberine. Their article was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a complex disease driven by multiple factors. Therapeutic strategies based on decreasing the amount of B-amyloid in the brain have failed in clinical trials, suggesting […]
02/17/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Physicochemical examination of Lantana camara leaf essential oil
In this study, researchers from Brazil analyzed the essential oil yield and chemical composition of fresh and dry leaves versus seasonal variation of Lantana camara (West Indian lantana). Their results were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. Although L. camara is generally seen only as a detriment to plantations, it also possesses medicinal properties. The […]
12/24/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers look at the impact of medical foods in Alzheimer’s patients
The connection between diet and neurodegenerative diseases has long been the subject of scientific investigations. Today, although much remains to be understood, researchers and clinicians acknowledge the importance of diet in preventing, delaying, or improving the symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent cause of dementia around the world. This debilitating disease is […]
12/19/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Dwarf morning glory is the best herb for making an Ayurvedic “brain tonic” – study
Ayurvedic medicine has been around for thousands of years. Developed by ancient holistic healers in India, Ayurveda is considered one of the world’s oldest systems of medicine. It is well-known for promoting lifestyle practices like massage therapy, meditation and yoga, and the use of herbal medicines to treat or prevent various diseases. Of the many Ayurvedic medicines still […]
11/29/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Looking at how danshen can be used to treat Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is an irreversible and progressive brain disease that affects cognitive function. The most common neurodegenerative disease worldwide, AD affects as many as 5.5 million people in the US alone. AD is often seen in older adults aged 65 and above, but younger people can also develop the disease. While little is known about how […]
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