Lovastatin did indeed prevent cell death and, just as important, blocked the loss of memory that accompanies excitotoxicity, according to the lead scientist on the project, Amalia Dolga. Earlier, Dolga had shown that statins seem to stimulate the protective capacity of tumor necrosis factor, a key player in the brain’s immune response. In addition, some researchers have speculated that high cholesterol might be a risk factor for Alzheimer’s, suggesting that lowering cholesterol could be beneficial. The findings are in the June issue of the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease.

Alzheimer's disease and Dementia are strongly related? Alzheimer's disease manifests the most common type of dementia. As we all know, Dementia is progressive degeneration of a brain's cognitive functions.

abstract only. Uric acid has antioxidant properties which may help protect brain from oxidation damage.

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Alzheimer's is a disease that robs millions of people each year of their memories, their personalities, and the ability to complete daily activities.