Organophosphorus (OP) compounds like paraoxon (POX) can cause serious brain damage and memory problems. Current treatments help with immediate symptoms but don't tackle the long-term brain damage. Researchers tested a special antioxidant called N-acetylcysteine-amide (AD4) on mice to see if it could
Type 2 diabetes is a global health issue. It is linked to a rise in dementia cases. This has sparked interest in whether diabetes drugs can also protect the brain. SGLT2 inhibitors are a type of diabetes medication. They are known for lowering blood sugar and protecting the heart and kidneys. Recen
Diabetes can cause serious brain problems. These issues can make treating diabetes even harder. So, finding natural compounds that protect the brain could be a game-changer. One such compound is β-sitosterol. It's found in various plants and has shown promise in fighting diabetes-related brain damag
Nerve pain can be a real drag. It often stems from injuries that squeeze nerves, causing a mix of stress, inflammation, and issues with the tiny powerhouses in our cells, called mitochondria. This type of pain is known as chronic constriction injury, or CCI. Vitexin is a plant-based compound that m
Chemotherapy is a tough journey. It can mess with your brain, causing memory lapses, trouble focusing, and even feelings of depression and anxiety. This is often called "chemo brain. " Now, there's a drug called rosuvastatin, usually used to lower cholesterol, that might help with this issue. It wor
Alzheimer's disease is a tough opponent, but scientists are finding new ways to fight it. Gold nanoparticles, tiny particles made of gold, are proving to be a powerful tool in the battle against this neurodegenerative disease. These nanoparticles can be loaded with afzelin, a natural compound found
Diabetes can mess with your brain big time. It can cause a lot of oxidative stress, which is like a nasty fight in your brain cells. This fight can lead to brain cells dying off. Scientists have found that two special parts of mulberry leaves, chlorogenic acid (CGA) and neochlorogenic acid (NCGA),
