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“Tau tangles are associated with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and are also linked to progressive nerve damage. Repeated head injury has been associated with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease but this is the first time that just a single head injury has been linked to pathological biomarkers associated with these diseases.”

“A study of BDNF gene expression in post-mortem brain tissue found that BDNF may provide a buffer against dementia, particularly when higher expression is found in the context of the classical Alzheimer's brain pathology of amyloid-beta plaques and tau tangles.”

“FTA: > Brain health is the second most important component in maintaining a healthy lifestyle according to a 2014 AARP study. As people age they can experience a range of cognitive issues from decreased critical thinking to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers write about eight nutrients that may help keep your brain in good shape.”

“Air collected over the 10 Freeway in Los Angeles led to 60% more brain amyloid plaque in mice. Another study found that for every 3.5 micrograms of PM2.5 per cubic meter of air, white matter (the myelinated region of the brain) decreased by 6 cubic centimeters.”

“A new study in mice found that blocking components of the antiviral immune response may make the brain more resilient to the effects of abnormal tau – potentially preventing Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Tau is a protein found in the brain.”

“Cognitive decline—especially among older adults with dementia—can profoundly affect a person’s quality of life and increase their dependency on others. Evidence suggests that environmental exposures influence the risk of dementia.”

“Larger studies that also include women are needed to confirm the role that sleep apnea plays in cognitive decline. Learn about the role that sleep plays in preventing dementia in this short video featuring Dr. Rhonda Patrick. Read full publication.”

“Coffee consumption for a longer life? Over 200 studies find that drinking coffee is associated with a lower risk of getting heart disease, a lower risk of some cancers, diabetes, liver disease and dementia compared with drinking no coffee.”