A natural remedy discovered by Australian scientists could play a key role in the treatment of dementia.
Diseases Related to Old Age
Ageing is referred to the accumulation of changes that brings a person closer to death.
Ageing is referred to the accumulation of changes that brings a person closer to death.
According to Frank Madeo from the institute for molecular bioscience at the University of Graz, spermidine is found in all body cells, though its concentration decreases with age. The compound aids in the breakdown of defective proteins and other damaged cellular components.
As a part of their study, the researchers conducted tests on fruit flies, where it was established that the older flies who had been administered spermidine had much better memory abilities.
Dementia Risk Cut Down by High Dose Statins
Statins are generally used by the older population to cut down the risk of cardiovascular disease, Dr Lin explained
Statins are generally used by the older population to cut down the risk of cardiovascular disease, Dr Lin explained
Given that fruit flies and mice have memory processes similar to humans, the researchers hope the positive results can be adapted to the treatment of dementia in humans. A targeted patient studies is expected to be the next step.
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Molecular Mechanism That may Cause Toxic Protein Buildup in Dementia Mapped
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Link Between Dementia and Urinary Incontinence Identified
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