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Alzheimer’s Gene Risk Triggers Damage to Blood-Brain Barrier...

Jun 30, 2020 by

Alzheimer’s Gene Risk Triggers Damage to Blood-Brain Barrier

Although scientists have known for a while that the APOE4 gene is a risk factor for developing Alzheimer’s, researchers at the University of Southern California recently discovered that the variant is also linked to damage to the blood-brain barrier....

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The Link Between Brain Fog and Depression

Jun 11, 2020 by

The Link Between Brain Fog and Depression

New research indicates that depressive episodes may lead to cognitive changes called “brain fog” and some medications may actually make the problem worse....

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Targeted Lifestyle Changes Could Delay Memory Loss

Jun 9, 2020 by

Targeted Lifestyle Changes Could Delay Memory Loss

If you’re looking to delay memory loss, you may want to implement some targeted lifestyle changes. That’s because a new study from King College London in the UK found that changes to diet and exercise may influence brain aging...

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Attention may falter after just one high-fat meal

Jun 4, 2020 by

Attention may falter after just one high-fat meal

A team of researchers from The Ohio State University found that eating just one meal high in saturated fat can decrease your ability to focus. The study was done on all women....

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Blind People Can See Letters Traced Into Their Brains

Jun 2, 2020 by

Blind People Can See Letters Traced Into Their Brains

In a fascinating new study, researchers found that when letters are traced directly onto their brains, blind people can “see” them. Essentially, the idea is to bypass damaged eyes and deliver sights directly to the brain. Blind people can...

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