Roots of Alzheimer's disease can extend as far back as the womb
Vitamin A deficiency could 'program' brain tissue
Date:
January 27, 2017
Source:
University of British Columbia
Summary:
Biochemical reactions that cause Alzheimer's disease could begin in the womb or just after birth if the fetus or newborn does not get enough vitamin A, according to new research. These new findings, based on studies of genetically-engineered mice, also demonstrate that supplements given to newborns with low levels of vitamin A could be effective in slowing the degenerative brain disease.
Share:
AddThis Sharing Buttons
Share to FacebookShare to TwitterShare to Google+Share to LinkedInShare to MoreShare to Email
FULL STORY
Dr. Weihong Song.
Credit: Image courtesy of University of British Columbia
Biochemical reactions that cause Alzheimer's disease could begin in the womb or just after birth if the fetus or newborn does not get enough vitamin A, according to new research from the University of British Columbia.
These new findings, based on studies of genetically-engineered mice, also demonstrate that supplements given to newborns with low levels of vitamin A could be effective in slowing the degenerative brain disease.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/01/170127113022.htm
