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Fecal Microbiota Transplantation: A New Therapeutic Attempt from the Gut to the Brain

Fecal Transplants (FMT), Gut-Brain axis /

We have reviewed the latest research on the role of gut microbiota in different nervous system diseases as well as FMT in the context of its application in neurological, psychiatric, and other nervous system-related diseases (Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, autism spectrum disorder, bipolar disorder, hepatic encephalopathy, neuropathic pain, etc.). CLICK TO REVIEW

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Achieving brain clearance and preventing neurodegenerative diseases—A glymphatic perspective

A-Synuclein /

The glymphatic system is involved in clearance of metabolic byproducts such as amyloid-b from the brain, and its function is believed to lower the risk of developing some of the most common neurodegenerative diseases. Here, we present magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data on the heart cycle’s control of CSF flow in humans which corroborates findings

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Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)

Diet and Exercise, Gut-Brain axis, Pre-PD, Probiotics, Prebiotics and Symbiotics /

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF, is a growth factor with broad relevance for aging, brain function, behavior, metabolism, energy expenditure, and satiety. BDNF serves as a cell signaling protein, plays key roles in numerous signaling pathways associated with a variety of disorders ranging from depression, schizophrenia, and addiction to obesity and diabetes, and may serve

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How microcompetition with latent viruses can cause α synuclein aggregation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and eventually Parkinson’s disease

A-Synuclein, Mitochondria, Viral / Bacterial Infections /

The cause of most Parkinson’s disease cases is unknown. However, it is well documented that mitochondrial dysfunction and misfolded α synuclein aggregation are important cellular abnormalities associated with the disease. In this paper, we use the microcompetition model to show how latent viruses, which infect the central and peripheral nervous systems, can cause the observed mitochondrial dysfunction

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Be well: A potential role for vitamin B in COVID-19

Virus, Vitamins / Supplements / Nutraceuticals /

There is a need to highlight the importance of vitamin B because it plays a pivotal role in cell functioning, energy metabolism, and proper immune function. Vitamin B assists in proper activation of both the innate and adaptive immune responses, reduces pro-inflammatory cytokine levels, improves respiratory function, maintains endothelial integrity, prevents hypercoagulability and can reduce

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Longitudinal analysis of premotor anthropometric and serological markers of Parkinson’s disease

Biomarkers, Pre-PD, Symptoms / Diagnosis /

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder in which nonmotor symptoms, such as constipation and hyposmia, precede the onset of motor symptoms by 20 years. The aim of this study was to identify biomarkers at the premotor stage of PD. We assessed the differences in longitudinal changes in anthropometric and serological indices obtained from health

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