Gut Bacteria Trigger ALS and Dementia Through Toxic Sugar Production
Scientists discover harmful bacterial sugars in the gut trigger immune attacks that damage the brain in ALS and dementia patients.
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Scientists discover harmful bacterial sugars in the gut trigger immune attacks that damage the brain in ALS and dementia patients.
Five large studies reveal dairy as the strongest dietary risk factor for Parkinson's disease, with potential brain cell damage mechanisms identified.
A molecule called OLE restores microglia's protective function, reducing amyloid plaques and improving memory in animal models.
A landmark study links epigenetic patterns at birth to infant gut microbiome development, with certain bacteria reducing neurodevelopmental risk by age three.
New NIH research reveals the brain-cell signaling mechanism behind GLP-1 drug plateaus and a potential way to extend their effects.
Scientists discover brain support cells help glioblastoma grow and identify existing HIV drug that could disrupt this deadly communication.
Researchers identified the gene that transports queuosine, a micronutrient crucial for brain health and cancer defense, solving a decades-old mystery.
Major study of 28,000 people challenges low-fat advice, finding full-fat dairy may protect brain health in those without genetic risk.
A gut microbe converts a common pollutant into an inflammation trigger linked to depression, revealing a new molecular pathway.
New research reveals GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic significantly reduce depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders alongside weight management.
UC Berkeley researchers discovered brain circuits linking deep sleep to growth hormone release, revealing how sleep builds muscle and burns fat.
A Rutgers study finds GLP-1 users show dramatically weaker links between impulsivity, alcohol use, and violent behavior.
Scientists identify how nitric oxide triggers cellular changes in autism, offering hope for targeted therapies.
USC researchers discover people with Down syndrome and Alzheimer's have twice the brain iron levels, triggering damaging cell death.
A study of 100,000 people found semaglutide users had 44% lower depression risk and 42% fewer psychiatric hospitalizations.
Scientists discover that subtle changes in blood protein structure can identify Alzheimer's earlier than current tests.
New mouse research finds the trendy D+Q senolytic combo severely damages myelin, raising red flags for longevity self-experimenters.
Raising Sox9 levels in aging astrocytes reduced amyloid plaque buildup and protected memory in mouse models with existing Alzheimer's symptoms.
Declining Menin in the hypothalamus drives inflammation and aging. Restoring it reversed decline; D-serine amino acid improved cognition in mice.
New research shows what you think you're drinking matters more than what's actually in your glass for taste enjoyment.