Metabolic basis for changes leading to Alzheimer’s disease identified
Amyloid plaques and tau (or neurofibrillary tangles) are the typical pathological lesions present in the shrinking brains of patients affected by Alzheimer’s disease. These pathological changes can be observed under a microscope, but the severity [...]
Link discovered between exercise, healthy mitochondria and a healthy brain
Adequate exercise is essential to maintain not only a healthy body, but also a healthy mind. Physical exercise is beneficial for brain plasticity (the brain’s ability to change throughout life), increasing cognition and reducing the [...]
Marijuana identified as potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
Most people who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease are affected by neuropsychiatric symptoms, primarily depression, sleeping issues, apathy and verbal and physical agitation. As the disease progresses, delusions, hallucinations and aggression become more common. These neuropsychiatric [...]
Is Aducanumab the potential Alzheimer’s Disease wonder drug?
One of the major changes observed in the brain of an Alzheimer’s patient is the accumulation of the beta-amyloid protein between the neurons. These toxic amyloid plaques prevent the essential synapses between the neurons and [...]
Animal studies reveal certain NSAIDs may potentially protect against Alzheimer’s Disease
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin and ibuprofen, are among the most common medications for pain relief, lowering fever and reducing swelling. Most NSAIDs inhibit the cyclooxygenase enzymes COX-1 and COX-2. These enzymes help [...]