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health11 days ago•8 min saved

New Studies Link Long COVID Fatigue to Reduced Brain Blood Flow and Dopamine Neuron Loss

Two recent studies identify distinct biological mechanisms behind persistent fatigue in long COVID. A Swedish study found reduced cerebral blood flow in the brains of fatigued patients, while a Canadian study linked the condition to the loss of dopamine-releasing neurons in the striatum. These findings suggest that neurovascular and dopaminergic disruptions may underpin symptoms like exhaustion, slow movement, and memory issues, potentially guiding future treatments.

via The Conversation|

#brain-blood-flow #dopamine #fatigue

neuroscience20 days ago•10 min saved

Core Muscle Contractions Trigger Ultrafast Brain Vein Constrictions

A new study from Penn State reveals that contracting core muscles, such as during exercise or coughing, rapidly constricts major brain veins to regulate blood flow. This mechanical link between the body and brain occurs within 100 milliseconds, challenging the view that brain circulation is isolated from bodily movement.

via News-Medical|

#abdominal-pressure #brain-blood-flow #cerebral-veins

health9 months ago•3 min saved

New Brain Discovery Offers Hope for Dementia Treatment

Scientists at the University of Vermont have discovered that increasing levels of the phospholipid PIP2 in brain cell membranes may help regulate blood flow in the brain by inhibiting the Piezo1 protein, potentially offering a new approach to treat dementia and related neurovascular diseases.

via SciTechDaily|

#brain-blood-flow #dementia #health

health9 months ago•2 min saved

Restoring Brain Blood Flow and Phospholipids as Potential Treatments for Vascular Dementia

Scientists at the University of Vermont have discovered that restoring levels of the phospholipid PIP2 can reduce overactivity of the Piezo1 protein in brain blood vessels, potentially improving blood flow and alleviating symptoms of dementia, offering a promising new avenue for treatment.

via ScienceDaily|

#brain-blood-flow #dementia #health

health10 months ago•4 min saved

Daily Snack Boosts Brain Blood Flow in Older Adults, Study Finds

A study shows that daily consumption of unsalted, skin-roasted peanuts can increase brain blood flow and improve memory in older adults, likely due to nutrients like L-arginine, antioxidants, and healthy fats, though further research is needed to confirm long-term effects.

via Yahoo|

#brain-blood-flow #health #memory-improvement

health11 months ago•6 min saved

Chronic Stress Impairs Brain Blood Flow and Raises Dementia Risk

Researchers at Penn State discovered that stress-sensitive type-one nNOS neurons regulate brain blood flow and neural activity; their loss due to chronic stress may contribute to brain health decline and neurodegenerative diseases like dementia, highlighting a new environmental risk factor.

via Neuroscience News|

#brain-blood-flow #dementia #health

health1 year ago•5 min saved

High-Fat Milkshakes Impair Brain Blood Flow and Function

A study found that consuming a high-fat milkshake impairs blood flow to the brain within hours, especially in older adults, highlighting the importance of low saturated fat intake for brain and heart health.

via PsyPost|

#brain-blood-flow #dementia #health

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Breathwork Triggers Altered Consciousness and Brain Blood Flow Changes

A study shows that high ventilation breathwork combined with music can induce altered states of consciousness similar to psychedelics, linked to specific changes in brain blood flow and emotional processing, with potential therapeutic benefits.

via Medical Xpress|

#altered-states-of-consciousness #brain-blood-flow #breathwork

health1 year ago•5 min saved

High-Fat Meals May Impair Brain Function and Blood Flow

A study found that consuming a high-fat meal, like a fatty milkshake, can impair blood flow to the brain and reduce its ability to regulate blood pressure, potentially increasing the risk of stroke and dementia, especially in older adults. The research highlights the importance of a diet low in saturated fats for maintaining brain and heart health.

via ZME Science|

#brain-blood-flow #dementia #health

health1 year ago•5 min saved

High-Fat Meal Impairs Brain Blood Flow, Study Shows

A study finds that even a single high-fat meal can impair blood flow to the brain, potentially increasing the risk of stroke and dementia, especially in older adults, highlighting the importance of low saturated fat intake for brain and heart health.

via ScienceAlert|

#brain-blood-flow #dementia #dietary-fats

health3 years ago•6 min saved

The Impact of Caffeine on REM Sleep and Brain Blood Flow

A study conducted on mice by researchers from the University of California Los Angeles has found that caffeine consumption can delay the onset of REM sleep and alter blood flow to the brain. The study observed that caffeine caused mice to sleep more solidly but delayed their short nap during the latter part of their awake phase. Additionally, daily caffeine administration shifted the onset of sleep, particularly REM sleep, by up to two hours relative to the light-dark cycle. The researchers also discovered that brain blood flow was higher when the mice were awake and lower during sleep, except during periods of REM sleep when there were significant increases in brain blood flow. These findings suggest that caffeine affects sleep patterns and brain function, potentially impacting overall sleep quality.

via Medical News Today|

#brain-blood-flow #caffeine #health