Preparing your body for a workout is like warming up a car engine before hitting the road. Just like how a car engine performs best when it’s properly warmed up, your body also functions better after a proper warm-up routine. And it’s not just about drinking pre-workout! A good warm-up increases blood flow to your […]
Published on April 14, 2023
Alzheimer’s disease can wreak havoc on the brain, causing cognitive deficits and dementia. One area of interest is the claustrum (CLA), a nucleus deep in the brain that plays a role in various cognitive functions like attention, executive function, visuospatial ability, language, and memory. Recent studies have found that this region is affected by the […]
Published on April 14, 2023
Imagine the brain as a bustling city and the platelets as delivery trucks. In people with Parkinson’s disease, these platelets release Aβ1-42-containing extracellular vesicles (EVs) that can make their way to the brain. This study found that patients with Parkinson’s disease dementia had higher concentrations of these platelet-derived vesicles containing Aβ1-42 compared to healthy individuals. […]
Published on April 14, 2023