(Natural News) It’s no secret that air pollution can damage the lungs and the heart. But new research suggests that exposure to polluted air can trigger neurodegeneration as well. In a study published in the journal Environmental Research, an international team of researchers described how they found tiny air pollution particles lodged in the brain […]

(Natural News) A recent study published in the journal Neuron found that alpha-synuclein (a-syn), a protein genetically linked to Parkinson’s disease, spreads from the gut to the brain through the vagus nerve. Researchers at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore tested a previously proposed hypothesis suggesting that the gut-brain axis is involved in the progression of Parkinson’s […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Acta Neurologica found that the gut may be the starting point of Parkinson’s disease. According to researchers from Aarhus University in Denmark, disease-causing proteins called alpha-synuclein travel up to the brain from the gut. Eventually, they make their way to the heart, as well. The findings of the study represent a significant […]

(Natural News) The use of anticholinergic medications is widespread, especially among older adults. These medications are often prescribed by physicians to treat a wide variety of health problems, including bladder disorders, gastrointestinal issues, seasonal allergies and even depression. However, recent studies have found a connection between the use of anticholinergic drugs and acute cognitive impairments. In particular, these […]

(Natural News) According to the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) published in 2019, neurodegenerative diseases, which affect the structure and function of the central nervous system (CNS), are the largest cause of disability globally. Parkinson’s disease, the most common of these diseases next to Alzheimer’s, is a progressive movement disorder that remains without […]

(Natural News) Talk about the dose making the poison – a common class of drugs prescribed to treat Parkinson’s disease and depression can increase a person’s risk of dementia, according to a large study conducted by the University of Nottingham in England. The study, which was published in JAMA Internal Medicine, investigated the link between taking anticholinergic drugs and dementia risk. […]

(Natural News) If you’re at a healthy weight, you might not have given the keto diet a second thought, but there is some compelling research showing the positive effects that this way of eating can have on your metabolism and brain health – and the reduction in glyphosate exposure that may come from reducing grain […]

(Natural News) The next step in diabetes treatment could be sound, according to researchers from The George Washington University. In their study, they identified ultrasound waves as a potential tool for treating this chronic disease. The team presented their findings at a conference hosted by the Acoustical Society of America in Kentucky. A non-invasive way to treat […]

(Natural News) Your ability to detect odors may indicate the state of your health as you age. A study conducted on men and women between the ages of 71 and 82 found that those who had difficulty recognizing common odors were about 50 percent more likely to die within the next 10 years than those who retained their […]

(Natural News) With the right supplements, you can boost your mental performance. However, it can be a challenge to choose the right one(s) for you because there are hundreds of supplements to choose from. Here are 14 of the best brain-boosting supplements you can try. #1 Acetyl-L-carnitine This amino acid is great for boosting mental […]