FTL1 Protein: Scientists found a protein that makes the brain age faster: How to arrest its growth |
A groundbreaking study by UCSF researchers has pinpointed the protein FTL1 as a key contributor to age-related cognitive decline, particularly affecting the hippocampus. Elevated FTL1 levels in older mice correlated with diminished brain cell connections and impaired cognitive function. Remarkably, reducing FTL1 in aged mice reversed these effects, boosting memory and neural connections. Aging is […]
Brain fog troubling you? Here’s how to battle mental cloudiness, and spot signs it may be more serious
Dr Ng explained that the brain needs sleep to consolidate memories. That means it sorts, stores and strengthens new information we have taken in during the day. If sleep is poor, memory suffers. “This is why good sleep is not just rest. It is essential for clear thinking and learning,” he emphasised. This is especially […]
Ways to improve memory and concentration: 10 tips
Basic lifestyle changes like exercising and eating right can help you stall cognitive decline. Read on to learn ways to improve memory and concentration. There are many changes in our body as we age, and one such change is decreasing cognitive abilities. As we grow older, our brains undergo natural alterations that can affect memory […]