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health2 years ago•4 min saved

"Unlocking Nature's Sweet Potential in Alzheimer's Treatment"

Phyllodulcin, a natural sweetener found in Hydrangea macrophylla var. thunbergii, has shown potential for treating Alzheimer's disease (AD). It inhibits the aggregation of amyloid β (Aβ), a main cause of AD, and decomposes existing Aβ clumps. In an animal model, phyllodulcin reduced memory impairments, decreased Aβ deposition in the hippocampus, and minimized neuroinflammation, key factors in AD. These findings suggest that phyllodulcin could offer a promising new avenue for AD treatment.

via Neuroscience News|

#ab-aggregation #alzheimers-disease #health

neuroscience2 years ago•6 min saved

Memory Challenges Found in Children with Autism: Stanford Study

Children with autism experience memory difficulties that extend beyond social memories, according to a study from Stanford School of Medicine. The research reveals that these memory challenges are associated with distinct brain wiring patterns. The findings suggest that memory impairments may significantly contribute to the social engagement difficulties seen in autism. The study highlights the importance of considering memory difficulties in autism treatment and academic settings.

via Neuroscience News|

#academic-success #autism #brain-wiring-patterns

health2 years ago•4 min saved

Identifying Vulnerable Neurons in Alzheimer's Disease

MIT researchers have identified a subset of neurons in the mammillary body of the hypothalamus that are most susceptible to neurodegeneration and hyperactivity in Alzheimer's disease. This damage leads to memory impairments, suggesting that this region may contribute to some of the earliest symptoms of the disease. The researchers found that they could reverse memory impairments caused by hyperactivity and neurodegeneration in mammillary body neurons by treating them with a drug that is now used to treat epilepsy. The findings suggest that the mammillary body could make a good target for potential drugs that could slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

via MIT News|

#alzheimers-disease #drug-treatment #health