Wednesday, January 15, 2025

How certain Parkinson’s treatments impact decision-making

Pramipexole's effect on decisions in Parkinson's.

Researchers at Fujita Health University in Japan investigated how Pramipexole, a medication for Parkinson’s disease, influences decision-making. They discovered that Pramipexole activates the external globus pallidus in the brain, which may impair decision-making and impulse control, leading to harmful behaviors like gambling and binge eating.

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The link between Mediterranean diet and brain health

It boost brain health by shifting gut bacteria balance.
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Loneliness linked to higher risk of heart disease and stroke

Interactions with friends and family may boost our immune system.