Compound Produced by Gut Bacteria May Slow Alzheimer’s Progression

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A compound found in the gut may reduce some of the manifestations of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a Northwestern Medicine study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation.

While mounting evidence has pointed to a connection between the gut microbiome and the degenerative effects of Alzheimer’s disease, the mechanisms are not well understood, said Robert Vassar, PhD, the Davee Professor of Alzheimer Research and professor of Neurology and director of the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease, who was senior author of the study.

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Clearing waste products in the brain may get easier

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NIH-supported research has identified a type of immune cell that helps remove waste products in the brain. Boosting these immune cells in aged mice improved the clearance of proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease. The findings suggest potential prevention and treatment strategies for Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.

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New genes identified, new options for treatment

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Researchers have discovered two novel genes that increase an individual’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers used a technique called exome sequencing to identify the genes. Exome sequencing is able to identify rare mutations. The discovery brings scientists closer to finding treatment options and preventative measures for the disease.

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