Jacqueline Howard DDS+FollowCat Parasite Messes With Your Brain?!Turns out that a super common cat parasite, Toxoplasma gondii, can seriously mess with your brain’s communication system—even if only a few neurons are infected! Scientists found that infected brain cells send fewer and weirder signals, which could throw off your brain’s balance. Most people never notice, but for some, it can get dangerous. Moral of the story: wash your hands after cleaning the litter box and cook your meat well. Wild how something so tiny can have such a big impact! #ScienceNews #BrainHealth #Parasites #Health373Share
wilsonjames+FollowAlzheimer’s Risk? This Blood Test KnowsA routine blood test (the TyG index) could reveal which early Alzheimer’s patients are four times more likely to see their brain function decline fast. Researchers found that those with higher insulin resistance had a much higher risk of rapid decline. This could help families and doctors predict what’s ahead—and maybe even slow things down with targeted treatments. Wild that something so simple could change the game for Alzheimer’s care! #Alzheimers #BrainHealth #MedicalNews #Health50Share
April Anderson+FollowAlzheimer’s Might Make You More Social?!Turns out, early Alzheimer’s could actually make people more social—not less! A massive UK study found those at higher genetic risk for Alzheimer’s were more likely to hang out with family and friends and felt less isolated than expected. Scientists think the disease might trigger extra sociability in its early stages, or maybe loved ones just step up their support. Either way, it’s a total plot twist for what we thought about dementia and social life! #Alzheimers #BrainHealth #SocialScience #Health #BodyHealth40Share
Annette Young+FollowCreatine: Not Just for Gym Bros AnymoreWho knew creatine was the ultimate glow-up supplement? It’s not just for bulking up—scientists are raving about its power to slow aging, boost brain health, and even help fight Alzheimer’s. And it’s less than 50 cents a serving! Sales are booming, and even doctors are on board. Turns out, creatine could be the closest thing we have to a real longevity hack. Would you try it for the brain boost? #Creatine #Longevity #BrainHealth #Fitness30Share
shermandarlene+FollowBrain Parasite Messes With Your Mind?!Did you know up to 30% of Americans have a brain parasite and don’t even know it? Toxoplasma gondii, usually caught from undercooked meat or cat poop, can quietly mess with how your brain cells talk to each other—even if only a few neurons are infected! Researchers just found it disrupts the brain’s chemical balance, which could explain weird symptoms or even behavior changes. New blood tests and treatments might be on the way. Wild, right? #BrainHealth #ScienceNews #ParasiteFacts #Health #BodyHealth499Share
Joseph Bradley+FollowCould a Sleep Pill Slow Alzheimer’s?A sleeping pill that’s already FDA-approved for insomnia just showed it can slow down those nasty Alzheimer’s tangles—at least in mice. The drug, lemborexant, helped male mice keep more of their memory-forming brain power compared to another sleep med. The twist? It’s not just about getting more sleep, but how the sleep is triggered. Human trials are still needed, but this could be a game-changer for future Alzheimer’s treatments! #Alzheimers #SleepScience #BrainHealth #Health #BodyHealth201Share
Joseph Bradley+FollowAlzheimer’s Might Start Way Earlier Than We ThinkMind blown: scientists just found that Alzheimer’s could start showing up in your brain decades before any memory loss. We’re talking subtle stuff like getting lost with GPS or bumping into things—sometimes 20 years before the classic symptoms! The wild part? Even tiny amounts of those infamous Alzheimer’s proteins can start killing off key brain cells super early. Early detection tech could be a total game-changer if this pans out. Would you want to know this far in advance? #AlzheimersAwareness #BrainHealth #EarlyDetection #Health #BodyHealth121Share
wilsonjames+FollowStomach Bug vs. Alzheimer’s? Plot Twist!Turns out, a protein from the same bacteria that causes stomach ulcers (H. pylori) might actually help block the brain gunk behind Alzheimer’s! Scientists found that a fragment of this bug’s protein can stop both amyloid-beta and tau—the main troublemakers in Alzheimer’s—from clumping up. Even wilder? It might help with other diseases like Parkinson’s and diabetes too. Still early days, but who knew a gut bug could be a brain hero? #Alzheimers #BrainHealth #ScienceNews #Health #BodyHealth50Share
wilsonjames+FollowAlzheimer’s Might Start 20 Years Earlier?!Mind blown: Scientists say Alzheimer’s could be quietly brewing in your brain up to 20 years before you ever forget a thing. The first signs? Not memory loss, but weird stuff like getting lost with GPS or standing way too close to people. Researchers found early brain changes long before symptoms show up, which means catching it early could actually be possible. Imagine if we could spot and stop Alzheimer’s before it even starts messing with our memories! #AlzheimersAwareness #BrainHealth #EarlyDetection #Health #BodyHealth20Share
David Hernandez+FollowBusy Social Life = Early Alzheimer’s Sign?Turns out, having an active social life in your 50s might not always be a good thing—at least according to a new study. Scientists found people with a higher genetic risk for Alzheimer’s were actually more social, not less! It could be their way of coping, or maybe friends and family are stepping in more. Either way, it’s a twist on what we thought about Alzheimer’s warning signs. Early diagnosis is still key, so keep an eye out for changes! #AlzheimersAwareness #BrainHealth #HealthNews #Health #BodyHealth160Share
