Over the past few decades, resveratrol, a polyphenol found in grapes and berries, has generated a lot of “buzz,” with numerous – and well-publicized – studies attesting to the cardiovascular benefits of resveratrol-rich diet. But what else can this natural plant compound do? Claims for the health-promoting benefits of resveratrol have been coming thick and…
Natural Plant Compound in Grapes Protects Brain Health, Research Reveals
FDA Finally Approved an Alzheimer’s Drug—But Everything Surrounding It Is Controversial
August 20, 2022
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Analysis Aduhelm is the brand name under which the Alzheimer’s drug Aducanumab is marketed. It is developed by the U.S. company Biogen. The drug is to be administered as an intra-venous infusion every four weeks. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Aducanumab in June 2021, making it the first Alzheimer’s disease medication approved by the…
Is It Parkinson’s? These 10 Signs Could Tell
Parkinson’s disease can be hard for the average person to identify, but 10 warning signs may offer an early clue that you or a loved one may be developing the disease. The Parkinson’s Foundation suggests being aware of the signs, while knowing that having any one of them doesn’t mean the disease is present. Tremor…
Alzheimer’s Is Linked to Gum Disease – but Bad Oral Health Is Not the Only Culprit
For most people, teeth cleaning may just be a normal part of your daily routine. But what if the way you clean your teeth today, might affect your chances of getting Alzheimer’s disease in years to come? There is an increasing body of evidence to indicate that gum (periodontal) disease could be a plausible risk…
Disrupted Speech
Stuttering affects more people than you might think. Roughly 3 million Americans have this speech disorder that makes speaking smoothly difficult. Scientists are learning about what causes people to stutter, and genes tell a big part of the story. “People with stuttering know exactly what they want to say. They’re just unable to say it at the…
Dr. Allison King on Sickle Cell Disease and Learning
Excerpts from our conversation with Dr. Allison King, an NIH-funded sickle cell specialist at Washington University in St. Louis. NIHNiH: People with sickle cell disease—even children—have a higher than normal risk of stroke. What other challenges can sickle cell disease pose to the developing brain? King: Both overt and silent strokes can harm the brain. But we’ve…
How the Brain Clears Toxins
August 18, 2022
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Many of you have heard of the lymphatic system—the waste removal system of the body responsible for clearing out cellular debris, fluid, and inflammatory byproducts. The lymphatic system is found throughout the body and comprises multiple organs including the spleen, tonsils, adenoids, and the thymus gland. Lymph nodes are small, bean-shaped organs located along lymph…
‘Chemical Imbalance’ Theory of Depression Hugely Profitable—and It’s Not Even True
August 16, 2022
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“Lexapro appears to relieve the symptoms of depression and anxiety by increasing serotonin,” says an ad on the Bonkers Institute, a website that archives drug ads and also satirizes pharma claims and shaky science. “Zoloft works to correct a chemical imbalance in the brain which may be related to symptoms of depression,” another ad says. “Paxil CR…
Everyday Activities That Can Cut Your Odds for Dementia
Reading, doing yoga and spending time with family and friends might help lower your risk of dementia, a new study suggests. “Previous studies have shown that leisure activities were associated with various health benefits, such as a lower cancer risk, a reduction of atrial fibrillation, and a person’s perception of their own well-being,” said study…
Cataract Surgery Linked with Lessened Dementia Risk
Researchers have found strong evidence that cataract surgery could be associated with a lower risk of developing dementia. It has previously been noted that older adults with hearing loss have an increased risk of dementia, and this new research shows how it may be the same for those with vision problems caused by cataracts. The…
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