Month: May 2023

Chocolate, Berries Might Help Boost Memory as You Age

As time goes by, our memory and thinking abilities may start to fade like the flavor of a melting chocolate bar left in the sun. Luckily, a study suggests that flavanols – a type of nutrient found in fruits, veggies, and chocolate – might help push back against this decline. The absence of enough flavanols […]

Published on May 30, 2023

APOE ε4 hastens age-related brain shrinkage in older adults without dementia

Imagine your brain as a house that’s slowly shrinking over time. Well, researchers have discovered that a specific gene, APOE ε4, acts like a turbocharger on this process of cerebral atrophy. This study aimed to uncover how APOE variants impact the trajectory of brain shrinkage from normal cognition to dementia. Using brain imaging data from […]

Published on May 30, 2023

Exploring the Journey of Blood-Brain Barrier Breakdown and Cognitive Function Research

Imagine embarking on a thrilling expedition through uncharted territory. That’s exactly what this study does as it delves into the vast landscape of research on the correlation between blood-brain barrier (BBB) breakdown and cognitive function. Using specialized analysis methods, the study categorizes and summarizes two decades worth of findings and predicts future research hotspots. Just […]

Published on May 30, 2023