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“The loss of synapses promotes the collapse of neural networks important for memory and cognition and drive the dementia associated with Alzheimer's disease. Key players in synaptic integrity are synaptic proteins, which play critical roles in neurotransmission and neuronal development.”

“Chronic sleep deprivation, a risk factor for cardiovascular and Alzheimer’s diseases, is common among adults in industrialized nations, with many reporting less than seven hours of sleep each night during the workweek.”

“These findings suggest that early life UV exposure reduces the risk of developing MS. Although these findings were based on observational data and do not assign causality, the authors of the study pointed out that they align with results of other studies suggesting that low UV exposure is associated with other neurological diseases, including Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease…”

“They are often indicators of cerebral small blood vessel disease and are considered a risk factor for dementia. High blood pressure is the primary contributor to white matter hyperintensity formation, but other factors likely play roles, as well.”

“High blood pressure increases a person's risk for heart disease and stroke and contributes to small vessel disease, a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, dementia, and stroke. However, lifestyle factors, such as sauna use, help maintain healthy blood pressure.”

“Blocking adenosine may play a role in preventing impairment of the blood-brain barrier by diet-induced obesity However, adenosine, which helps us sleep and helps regulate our blood pressure and is blocked by caffeine may play a role in preventing some of the damaging effects obesity has on the blood-brain barrier, which promotes dementia.”

“The proximity of these losses to areas of the brain responsible for memory raise concerns that people who have had COVID-19 might be at greater risk for developing Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. A newly formed international consortium is investigating this possibility.”

“In older neurons, reduced GTP levels may slow these steps. Nicotinamide may help restore the cell's energy capacity, while EGCG may activate protective genes through the Nrf2 pathway, helping maintain the conditions needed for transport and recycling to function properly.”

“In a new study, researchers examined whether living in countries where speaking more than one language is common is linked to slower aging. The investigators analyzed 86,149 adults aged 51 to 90 from 27 European countries, all without a reported dementia diagnosis.”

“A growing body of evidence suggests that dementia is the manifestation of insulin resistance and altered metabolism in the brain. A recent study suggests that dietary patterns that promote ketosis improve brain metabolism and function.”