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“Dr. Patrick links hypertension with cardiovascular disease and dementia risk and emphasizes magnesium-rich foods within a DASH-style pattern, including leafy greens, legumes, nuts, and whole grains. A meta-analysis found modest average blood-pressure reductions with supplemental magnesium.”

“The IL-4 also prevents macrophages from releasing pro-inflammatory cytokines during stress that inhibits brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports learning and memory. The disruption of BDNF during periods of stress disrupt the ability to learn and form memories. In other words, the IL-4 helps with learning under stressful situations.”

“Elevated BDNF levels correlate with better cognitive performance, whereas its deficiency is linked to various mental and neurodegenerative disorders, highlighting its significance in brain health. Learn more about BDNF in our overview article.”

“Numerous studies have shown that exercise increases the production of a neurotrophic factor in the brain called BDNF and serotonin. There are variations in both the genes that encode for BDNF and the serotonin transporter that predispose individuals to depression due to lower production. Exercise may help correct for some of the deficit in either of these since in boosts the production of both.”

“From the article: > "The BDNF gene has previously been linked to obesity, and scientists have been working for several years to understand how changes in this particular gene may predispose people to obesity," said Jack A. Yanovski, M.D., Ph.D. [...] > The BDNF protein plays several roles in the brain and nervous system and, at high levels, the protein can stimulate the feeling of fullness.”

“BDNF is active in the hippocampus, cortex, cerebellum, and basal forebrain – areas involved in learning, long term memory, and executive function. Learn more about the brain-boosting effects of BDNF in our comprehensive overview article. Read study abstract.”

“This is in line with brain imaging studies showing brain atrophy in the hippocampus brain region in Alzheimer's disease patients. One of the major regulators of neurogenesis is the growth factor BDNF. Studies have shown 30 minutes of exercise can increase BDNF in humans.”

“A comprehensive review of the science supporting exercise as a strategy to reduce symptoms of depression via modulation of brain-derived neurotrophic factor.”

“[...] > Researchers found that BDNF clearly boosted the number of tumour cells killed by chemotherapy. Patients with severe depression had lower levels of the protein in the blood so their bodies were not as effective at fighting cancer.”

“Higher BDNF levels correlated with better hippocampal-dependent cognitive performance, which endured for five years or longer. These findings suggest that high-intensity exercise markedly improves brain function in older adults.”