29 NOV 2013 COLUMBIA, Mo. – Studies have shown that resveratrol, a natural compound found in colored vegetables, fruits and especially grapes, may minimize the impact of Parkinson’s disease, stroke and Alzheimer’s disease in those who maintain healthy diets or… Read More ›
Parkinson’s disease
Mannitol sweetener a Potential Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease
Sweetener a Potential Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease Monday, June 17, 2013 TAU researcher says mannitol could prevent aggregation of toxic proteins in the brain Mannitol, a sugar alcohol produced by fungi, bacteria, and algae, is a common component of sugar-free… Read More ›
Parkinson’s disease may start in the gut
PUBLIC RELEASE DATE: 13-Oct-2014 Disputed theory on Parkinson’s origin strengthened Parkinson’s disease is strongly linked to the degeneration of the brain’s movement center. In the last decade, the question of where the disease begins has led researchers to a different… Read More ›
Researchers debunk ” the lack of dopamine ” myth about Parkinson’s disease
” Scanning the brain of a patient suffering from Parkinson’s disease reveals that in spite of dopamine cell death, there are no signs of a lack of dopamine – even at a comparatively late stage in the process” Public Release: 16-Sep-2014… Read More ›
Red wine compound could help seniors walk away from mobility problems
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 19, 2012 — In a stride toward better health in later life, scientists reported today that resveratrol, the so-called “miracle molecule” found in red wine, might help improve mobility and prevent life-threatening falls among older people. The finding,… Read More ›
A cup of joe may help some Parkinson’s disease symptoms
10 AUG 2012 MINNEAPOLIS – While drinking caffeine each day does not appear to help improve sleepiness among people with Parkinson’s disease, it may have a benefit in controlling movement, according to new research published in the August 1, 2012,… Read More ›
Coffee consumption inversely associated with risk of most common form of skin cancer
29 JUL 2012 PHILADELPHIA — Increasing the number of cups of caffeinated coffee you drink could lower your risk of developing the most common form of skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma, according to a study published in Cancer Research, a… Read More ›
Research underway to create pomegranate drug to stem Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
Research underway to create pomegranate drug to stem Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s – THE onset of Alzheimer’s disease can be slowed and some of its symptoms curbed by a natural compound that is found in pomegranate. Also, the painful inflammation that… Read More ›
Research underway to create pomegranate drug to stem Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
There is still no cure for the disease, but the punicalagin in pomegranate could prevent it or slow down its development. Dr. Olumayokun Olajide’s research will now look to produce compound derivatives of punicalagin for a drug that would treat… Read More ›
Common Chemical found in unripe fruits and yoghurt could serve as a protection against Parkinson’s
Potential basis for the treatment and prevention of Parkinson’s disease Max Planck researchers show that two products of the gene DJ-1 can increase the survival of neurons July 31, 2014 Parkinson’s disease affects neurons in the Substantia nigra brain region… Read More ›
Vitamin K2: New hope for Parkinson’s patients?
18 May 2012 Neuroscientist Patrik Verstreken, associated with VIB and KU Leuven, succeeded in undoing the effect of one of the genetic defects that leads to Parkinson’s using vitamin K2. His discovery gives hope to Parkinson’s patients. This research was… Read More ›
Cinnamon May Be Used to Halt the Progression of Parkinson’s disease
” The study found that after oral feeding, ground cinnamon is metabolized into sodium benzoate, which then enters into the brain, stops the loss of Parkin and DJ-1, protects neurons, normalizes neurotransmitter levels, and improves motor functions in mice with PD.”… Read More ›
Brisk walking may improve symptoms of Parkinson’s
MINNEAPOLIS – People with mild to moderate Parkinson’s disease who regularly walk for exercise may improve their motor function, mood, tiredness, fitness and some aspects of thinking abilities, according to a study published in the July 2, 2014, online… Read More ›
Deer antlers inspire a new theory on osteoporosis ( manganese )
13 JAN 2012 The loss of manganese could mean that calcium does not stick to bones and could cause osteoporosis. This is the new theory put forward by researchers at the University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM) in Spain after studying… Read More ›
Low vitamin D levels linked to depression, UT Southwestern psychiatrists report
13 Jan 2012 DALLAS — Low levels of vitamin D have been linked to depression, according to UT Southwestern Medical Center psychiatrists working with the Cooper Center Longitudinal Study. It is believed to be the largest such investigation ever undertaken…. Read More ›
Compound Formula Rehmannia alleviates dyskinesia in Parkinson’s disease
PUBLIC RELEASE DATE: 5-May-2014 Levodopa is the preferred treatment for Parkinson’s disease in the clinic. However, long-term use of levodopa may lead to various motor complications, among which levodopa-induced dyskinesia is the most common, severely affecting patients’ quality of life…. Read More ›
Parkinson’s disease risk greater in those exposed to trichloroethylene / common agent in dry-cleaning solutions, adhesives, paints, and carpet cleaners
Public release date: 14-Nov-2011 Symptoms of disease may appear 10 to 40 years following exposure A novel study in twins found that exposure to trichloroethylene (TCE) — a hazardous organic contaminant found in soil, groundwater, and air — is significantly… Read More ›
Brain parasite directly alters brain chemistry / found in 10-20 per cent of the UK’s population
Public release date: 4-Nov-2011 A research group from the University of Leeds has shown that infection by the brain parasite Toxoplasma gondii, found in 10-20 per cent of the UK’s population, directly affects the production of dopamine, a key chemical… Read More ›
Increased risk of Parkinson’s disease in methamphetamine or other amphetamine users, CAMH study finds
Public release date: 26-Jul-2011 For immediate release – July 26 (Toronto) – People who abused methamphetamine or other amphetamine- like stimulants were more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease than those who did not, in a new study from the Centre… Read More ›
Long live dopamine production by the kidneys / dopamine made within the kidneys is critical for maintaining normal blood pressure
Public release date: 23-Jun-2011 NEPHROLOGY: Dopamine is a natural chemical in the body well known for its role in nerve cell communication; loss of dopamine-producing nerves in a specific region of the brain causes Parkinson disease. However, dopamine also exerts… Read More ›