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08/04/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Consuming more strawberries may help lower Alzheimer’s risk among the elderly
A study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition found that a diet rich in vitamin C, anthocyanidin and flavonoid – nutrients plenty in strawberries – can help reduce Alzheimer’s disease among older people. The researchers from the Rush University Medical Center and Rush Insitute for Health Aging said that participants who ate strawberries more than once a week […]
10/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Major component of silymarin may help prevent Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
Silymarin is an herbal extract that’s popularly used as a health supplement. It is associated with liver benefits and is often taken by patients with hepatitis. Silymarin contains a mixture of various compounds, the most active of which is the flavonoid known as silibinin. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers from different universities […]
10/03/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Chinese skullcap protects against brain disorders by preventing neuronal death
Scutellaria baicalensis, also known as Chinese skullcap, is a flowering plant that belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years. TCM practitioners value S. baicalensis for its ability to treat conditions caused by inflammation. Researchers, on the other hand, have studied this plant extensively due to its […]
10/01/2019
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By Melissa Smith
The bush apple tree found to have neuroprotective properties that could be used as an intervention against neurodegenerative diseases
A person’s brain health declines as he ages. In particular, neurons — building blocks of the nervous system — die or become damaged. As a result, his risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease increases. Fortunately, he can protect himself from neurodegenerative diseases with the help of natural medicines like the bush apple […]
08/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Analyzing the effects of silibinin against prothrombin kringle-2-induced neurodegeneration
In this study, researchers from different universities in South Korea demonstrated how silibinin, a flavonoid found in milk thistle, can be used for Parkinson’s disease therapy. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Both Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease exhibit common features of neurodegenerative diseases and are caused by numerous […]
08/07/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Could a medicinal herb native to California treat Alzheimer’s?
The medicinal herb called yerba santa (Eriodictyon californicum) contains a compound that may be able to reduce harmful swelling in the brain. Researchers said the plant-based chemical shows promise as a potential natural treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Native to California, yerba santa means “holy herb” in Spanish. Yerba santa is traditionally used as a natural remedy for headaches, fevers, and other […]
07/18/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Extracts of the bush apple tree found to have neuroprotective potential
Researchers from the Federal University of Technology and the Federal Institute of Industrial Research Oshodi in Nigeria and the Federal University of Santa Maria in Brazil looked at the neuroprotective potentials of the extracts of bush apple (Heinsia crinite) leaf in vitro. They published their results in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. The leaves […]
02/13/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Blueberries are bursting with various antioxidants that reduce the risk of dementia
In the U.S., more than five million people suffer from Alzheimer’s, a progressive form of dementia. And as the population ages, this number is expected to rise even more. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, this number could reach up to 15 million by 2050. This disease commonly affects people over the age of 65, causing […]
02/12/2019
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By Lance D Johanson
Eating blueberries and strawberries is a proactive solution for preventing cognitive impairment
In highly vaccinated populations, cognitive impairment begins at an early age. The antigens in vaccines are not benign; they are combined with aluminum cations to stimulate the response of immune cells in the human recipient. As immune-responsive cells uptake the antigen, they simultaneously carry aluminum cations throughout the body and into the brain. Aluminum is […]
02/01/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Citrus for brain health as you age: Evidence suggests consumption of oranges, grapefruits, limes and lemons reduces dementia risk by 15 percent
Fruits like oranges, grapefruits, lemons, and lime are not only delicious, they may also lend a hand in preventing dementia, according to a study. Researchers from Tohoku University discovered that older adults who regularly eat citrus fruits have a lower likelihood of getting dementia, in a study published in the British Journal of Medical Nutrition. The paper, titled […]
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