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“One mechanism that drives the increased focus after exercise may be related to norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter produced in the locus coeruleus. Exercise increases norepinephrine release, which in turn promotes attention and vigilance.”

“It is commonly used to temporarily reduce the appearance of skin wrinkles and works by inhibiting the release of acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter) at motor nerve endings. The findings from this small study suggest that Botox injections in the forehead impair the interpretation of emotional expressions.”

“Dopamine is a neurotransmitter best known for its role in motor, motivation, and pleasure control. Parkinson's disease typically manifests later in life (past the age of 50 years) and is characterized by tremors and a shuffling gait.”

“Multiple mechanisms may be responsible for the anti-anxiety effects of exercise. For example, high-intensity exercise promotes the production of lactate, a byproduct of glucose metabolism that participates in the production of neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine and serotonin.”

“The sympathetic nervous system's primary purpose is to stimulate the body's fight-or-flight response to stress. A critical element in this response is noradrenaline, a type of hormone and neurotransmitter that plays a role in vigilance and conditioned fear.”

“These findings indicate that incorporating moderate amounts of choline-rich foods into one's diet may protect brain health during aging. This protective effect may be due to choline's role in producing acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in neurogenesis, synapse formation, learning, and memory.”

“Iron is an essential nutrient that plays critical roles in many facets of brain function, including cellular respiration, neurotransmitter synthesis, and myelination – a process essential to nerve cell transmission and cognitive development.”

“Findings from a new study suggest that use of anticholinergic drugs increases the risk of cognitive decline, especially among those who are APOE4 carriers. Anticholinergic drugs are a widely prescribed class of drugs that work by blocking the activity of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter.”

“In addition, exercise induces the production of lactate, which stimulates the production of neurotransmitters in the brain that promote focus and attention. Learn more about the brain benefits of lactate in this episode featuring Dr. George Brooks.”

“The vitamin protects the body from damage caused by reactive oxygen species and participates in many physiological processes, including immune function, wound healing, fatty acid metabolism, neurotransmitter production, and blood vessel formation, as well as other key processes and pathways.”