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A new study finds that sleep problems are linked to a faster decline in a key Alzheimer’s-related protein in the brain. This suggests that poor sleep may actually speed up the biological processes that lead to Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting the importance of sleep for long-term brain health.
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Ultra-high-field 7 Tesla MRI scans make it easier for doctors to see a specific, important layer of the brain’s visual cortex compared to standard 3 Tesla scans. This improved visualization could lead to better diagnosis and understanding of conditions that affect how the brain processes what we see.
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Consuming energy drinks during early life was found to harm social and learning abilities in female rats, both before and after they became pregnant. This research raises concerns about the potential long-term effects of energy drinks on brain development and behavior, especially in young females.
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