"Groundbreaking Research: Coffee Grounds as a Potential Defense Against Neurological Disorders"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ScienceAlert
Researchers from The University of Texas at El Paso have developed a tiny particle made from compounds found in coffee waste that shows promise in protecting against neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's. The particle, called caffeic acid carbon quantum dots (CACQDs), has the ability to mop up substances that trigger nerve cell degeneration and potentially cross the blood-brain barrier. Lab tests have shown that CACQDs can impede the clumping of proteins associated with neurodegeneration. While further research is needed, the use of coffee waste to create CACQDs offers a cost-effective and easily accessible solution for preventing and treating neurodegenerative disorders.
