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“A UK Biobank analysis associated higher reported dietary magnesium with larger gray-matter and hippocampal volumes, but dietary recall and observational design prevent causal conclusions. For migraine prevention, the directly cited clinical evidence is one small randomized crossover trial.”

“As the blood-brain barrier breaks down, whether as a part of aging or neurodegenerative disease, immune cells, inflammatory cytokines, toxic proteins, and red blood cells gain access to the brain from the blood and contribute to cognitive dysfunction.”

“But with their rise in popularity come important questions about long-term effects and safe use. In this Aliquot, I discuss how these drugs work, their pros and cons, the latest research, and lifestyle strategies to optimize their effects for long-term health.”

“Alterations in magnesium and oxidative status during chronic emotional stress - Young adults undergoing persistent or intermittent stress like anticipating military conflict) experienced substantial decreases in their overall and plasma magnesium concentrations over three months.”

“Telomeres in most human cells shorten during aging, suggesting that it is both a cause and a biomarker of aging. In this clip, Dr. Elissa Epel explains how new research using Mendelian randomization techniques is providing insights into the dual nature of telomeres.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick answers audience questions on various health, nutrition, and science topics in this Q&A session.

“Dr. Phillips asserts that creatine monohydrate has been around for over forty years, and from a safety standpoint, the data he has reviewed looks good. In this clip, Dr. Stuart Phillips discusses creatine monohydrate and its effects on brain and muscle health.”

“Long-lived people eventually develop age-related diseases – just later in life, a phenomenon referred to as “compression of morbidity.” The onset of these diseases is influenced by a variety of factors, including genetics, environment, and lifestyle.”

“Dr. Patrick also discusses vitamin D and potassium as nutrients that are commonly worth assessing. Vitamin D status varies with sun exposure, diet, skin pigmentation, age, and body composition, while potassium-rich foods help support blood-pressure regulation.”

“APOE4, one of three common genetic variants of the APOE (apolipoprotein E) gene, is present in approximately 10 to 15 percent of people. Having one or more APOE-4 alleles markedly increases a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.”