Month: December 2022

Mapping the Brain’s Symphony: Resting-state Imaging Reveals Cognitive Changes

Imagine the brain as a symphony orchestra, with different regions playing in harmony. In a recent study, researchers used resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to analyze the regional homogeneity in patients with mild cognitive impairment. This technique measures the similarity of spontaneous neural activity in different brain regions. Like the various instruments in an […]

Published on December 13, 2022

Benefits of dietary polyphenols in Alzheimer’s disease

Imagine you’re battling an army of brain invaders, but your weapons are limited. That’s the challenge we face with Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative condition affecting millions worldwide. Currently, there’s no cure, only temporary relief for symptoms. But emerging research suggests a ray of hope in the form of dietary polyphenols – nature’s secret soldiers […]

Published on December 13, 2022

Epigenetics in depression and gut-brain axis: A molecular crosstalk

Think of your gut and brain as two best friends who never stop talking to each other. They have their own secret language called the gut-brain axis, a communication network that plays a crucial role in our well-being. This axis can go haywire, leading to all sorts of problems including depression. How does this happen? […]

Published on December 13, 2022