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A study in Nature Aging suggests that certain nutrients in the Mediterranean diet may slow brain aging. Key nutrients include omega-3 fatty acids, carotenoids, and vitamin E, which are linked to better cognitive function and brain health.

Neurocysticercosis, caused by the pork tapeworm Taenia solium, can lead to severe neurological symptoms. Proper hygiene and cooking practices are crucial to prevent this infection, which can be identified through CT scans and treated with medications or surgery.

Nicotinamide supplementation has been linked to improvements in neurodegenerative symptoms by addressing amyloid-beta and tau pathologies, neuroinflammation, and mitochondrial dysfunction, offering potential therapeutic benefits for conditions like Alzheimer’s disease.

In patients with age-related hearing loss, progressive sensory cell decline in the inner ear is intricately linked to increased risks of cognitive impairment, underscoring the need for comprehensive management and innovative hearing technologies.

The latest advancements in MRI technology are offering unparalleled insights into the brain’s anatomy, promising to enhance our diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for a range of neurological and psychiatric conditions.

In the latest findings on gantenerumab, while the anticipated cognitive benefits in Alzheimer’s patients were not realized, the drug demonstrated significant impacts on biomarkers, including amyloid plaque reduction and alterations in CSF phosphorylated tau and Aβ42 levels.