Inflammatory proteins may slow cognitive decline in older adults
The results of this study suggest that IL-12, IFN-g and other biomarkers could be used to predict the future health of the brain in cognitively normal individuals–a tool not yet available in medicine.
A new study found that higher levels of two cytokines are associated with a slower rate of cognitive decline among older adults.
Source: Mass General
Researchers have previously found a link between Alzheimer’s (AD) and inflammation. However, scientists at the Harvard Aging Brain Study and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), made a surprising finding about this relationship.
They report in a study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia, The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association that elevated levels of cytokines (chemical mediators of inflammation) are associated with a slower rate of cognitive decline among aging adults.
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Inflammatory Proteins May Slow Cognitive Decline in Aging Adults
