Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition affecting the brain’s development and often affects the ability of a person to perceive sensory information and social cues and socialize with others. Recent studies have revealed that environmental factors and epigenetic processes, such as DNA methylation, are crucial to the development of ASD. Notably, immune activation and … Read more
Oxford scientists propose that psychedelics could rewire brain circuits behind compulsive eating, offering a bold new strategy to treat obesity, if future trials confirm their potential. Review: The compulsive eating paradigm: can psychedelics help in treating obesity? Image Credit: Eskymaks / Shutterstock Psychedelics, a class of hallucinogenic drugs, may serve as a potential therapeutic intervention for some … Read more
Physicians have long observed a mystifying phenomenon: After a bout of infection or an autoimmune disease flare-up, some people experience prolonged mood swings, emotional dysregulation, and changes in behavior. But the precise connection between inflammation, mood, and behavior has remained elusive. Now, two new studies from Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, published … Read more
Long-term fasting in 24-hour cycles increases the sex drive of male mice by lowering the concentration of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. This effect is linked to a diet-induced deficiency of the precursor substance tryptophan – an amino acid that must be obtained through food. Researchers from DZNE report on this in the journal … Read more
New research reveals how plant-based flavonoids can regulate gut hormones like GLP-1 and ghrelin, offering a natural strategy to manage insulin resistance and slow the progression of type 2 diabetes. Study: The Emerging Role of Flavonoids in the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Regulating the Enteroendocrine System. Image Credit: Shutterstock AI Generator / Shutterstock.com A … Read more
Could a natural fungus compound fight fatigue and sharpen your mind? New research suggests cordycepin might hold the key to boosting endurance and protecting brain function when pushed to the limit. Cordyceps parasitic fungus growing on an ant, also known as zombie-ant fungus, 3D illustration. Study: Cordycepin combined with antioxidant effects improves fatigue caused by excessive … Read more
Scientists uncover how chili peppers may influence ADHD symptoms through gut-brain connections—could diet play a bigger role in treatment? Research: The possible effects of chili peppers on ADHD in relation to the gut microbiota. Image Credit: MarcoFood / Shutterstock In a recent review article in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, researchers described what is currently known about … Read more
New research reveals how fluoxetine boosts immune protection and prevents sepsis-related heart and metabolic damage. Study: Fluoxetine promotes IL-10–dependent metabolic defenses to protect from sepsis-induced lethality. Image Credit: luchschenF/Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in Science Advances, researchers showed that fluoxetine, a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), promotes metabolic defenses to protect from sepsis-induced death. Background Sepsis … Read more
Archyde The Profound Impact of Reproductive Hormones on Neurological Health Table of Contents 1. The Profound Impact of Reproductive Hormones on Neurological Health 2. Complex Interactions: Hormonal Influence on the Nervous System 3. A Broad Scope of Neurological Conditions 4. Implications for Clinical Practice and Future Research 5. A Tribute to Dr. Seymour Reichlin 6. … Read more
A comprehensive review published today in Brain Medicine by leading neuroendocrinologist Professor Hyman M. Schipper from McGill University’s Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery maps out the extensive influence of reproductive hormones on neurological health and disease. This landmark review, appearing in a special Festschrift issue honoring Dr. Seymour Reichlin’s centennial, systematically examines how sex hormones … Read more