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A new study reveals that a compound found in olive oil, called hydroxytyrosol, can reduce anxiety-like behaviors in aging mice after a traumatic event by boosting the growth of new brain cells in key memory and emotion regions.
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Researchers found that the treatment not only increased the production of new neurons, especially in the brain’s “fear center,” but also helped protect the natural balance of gut bacteria, suggesting a promising natural approach to building resilience against post-traumatic stress.
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A new review in Alzheimer’s & Dementia explains that the body’s internal clock and a key energy molecule called NAD+ are closely linked, and that this connection breaks down in dementia, contributing to sleep problems and memory loss.
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The study highlights that boosting NAD+ levels through lifestyle changes or supplements, alongside strategies like timed light exposure and exercise, could be a promising way to restore circadian rhythms and potentially slow cognitive decline in dementia patients.
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A recent study found that a brief mindfulness-based intervention can positively impact the body’s autonomic nervous system, which controls involuntary functions like heart rate and digestion, using a comprehensive multi-system approach.
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This suggests that even short, structured mindfulness practices can be a powerful tool to improve physical health by helping the body better regulate its stress response and overall physiological balance.
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