Nanoplastics linked to Parkinson’s and some types of dementia – new study: meeboonstudio/Shutterstock Since it was first produced at the start of the 20th century, synthetic plastic – and especially plastic packaging – has been an ever-present fixture in everyday life. Yet all the convenience plastic has given us comes at a price. When plastic …
Parkinson’s disease: tai chi may help manage symptoms – new research: Tai chi has been practised for centuries. Mladen Mitrinovic/ Shutterstock The centuries-old martial art of tai chi is shown to have many health benefits – including improving balance, reducing anxiety and preventing cardiovascular disease. But these aren’t the only benefits this exercise may have. …
People with Parkinson’s may benefit from cardio, weight training and yoga – here’s what you need to know: Exercise may be able to slow the progression of symptoms. Iammotos/ Shutterstock Many people associate Parkinson’s disease with the physical symptoms it causes – such as tremors, muscle stiffness and balance problems – which can all make …
Bad dreams in children linked to a higher risk of dementia and Parkinson’s disease in adulthood – new study: Pressmaster/Shutterstock Can children’s dreams foretell events that will happen nearly 40 years into the future? Yes, according to the results of my latest study published in The Lancet’s eClinicalMedicine journal. More specifically, it showed that children …
Parkinson’s disease: treatment is best started early: BBC broadcaster Jeremy Paxman was brought to hospital after he collapsed in a park while walking his dog. A doctor in the emergency department said to Paxman: “I think you have Parkinson’s.” The doctor had noticed that Paxman was less animated than usual when presenting University Challenge. A …
Parkinson’s disease: bad dreams could be an early warning sign – new study: Tero Vesalainen/Shutterstock Every night when we go to sleep, we spend a couple of hours in a virtual world created by our brains in which we are the main protagonist of an unfolding story we did not consciously create. In other words, …
Parkinson’s disease: men who eat more berries and red wine may live longer – new research: Berries are a good source of flavonoids. Risen20019/ Shutterstock Fruits and vegetables contain many nutrients and minerals that play an important role in helping us maintain good health. Take flavonoids, for example. These are a group of naturally occurring …
Why researchers are turning to music as a possible treatment for stroke, brain injuries and even Parkinson’s: Music has a powerful effect on the brain. meboonstudio/ Shutterstock You probably don’t realise it when you’re listening to your favourite song, but music has an incredibly powerful effect on the human brain. Singing, playing an instrument or …
Parkinson’s disease: we don’t have a cure yet but treatments have come a long way: Care has come a long way. Shutterstock/Photographee.eu British broadcaster Jeremy Paxman has revealed he is one of more than 10 million people living with Parkinson’s disease worldwide. It is the fastest growing neurological condition in terms of diagnosis and cases …
Parkinson’s disease: blood changes may occur years before diagnosis: Patients had fewer lymphocytes in their blood. Alexander Raths/ Shutterstock Although Parkinson’s disease affects around 1%-2% of people over the age of 65, there is currently no cure. And by the time it is diagnosed – typically by identifying problems with movement, such as slower movements …
This brain protein may be key to treating Parkinson’s – study in rats shows: The protein, called GDF5, plays an important role in the development and function of certain brain neurons. pikselstock/ Shutterstock Parkinson’s disease, a brain disorder that affects over 10 million people worldwide, is caused by the gradual loss of dopamine neurons. The …
Your gut microbiome may be linked to dementia, Parkinson’s disease and MS: Our stomach and brain are connected through the 'gut-brain axis'. Anatomy Image/ Shutterstock Within our body and on our skin, trillions of bacteria and viruses exist as part of complex ecosystems called microbiomes. Microbiomes play an important role in human health and disease …
Parkinson’s disease can affect the eyes – here’s what we know so far: Parkinson's is a motor disease which can affect eye movement. Lucky Business/ Shutterstock Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease, affecting over 10 million people worldwide. It’s characterised by changes in movement, including tremors, and slower and more rigid movements. …