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Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) have been highlighted in the Gates Foundation annual letter. An overlooked aspect of NTDs is their neurologic manifestations. A recent research report in the Journal of the Neurological Sciences brings these little-known effects to the forefront. The neglected tropical diseases with neurological symptoms include: Buruli ulcer Chagas disease Cysticercosis Dengue Dracunculiasis…
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The One Essential Mineral For Nerve Growth Researchers have found magnesium supplements have actually aided in regrowing damaged nerve cells. They performed scientific tests where mice were split into three groups and fed low, normal or high-magnesium diets. The mice given food with magnesium supplements displayed marked improvement in neurobehavioral abilities electrophysiological functions enhanced signs of nerve regeneration reduced deposits…
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NeuroMetrix recently introduced the NC-stat DPNCheck, which helps diabetics in the early detection, confirmation, and monitoring of diabetic peripheral neuropathy(DPN). DPN affects over 50% of people with diabetes and causes significant morbidity including pain, increased risk of falling, and is the primary trigger for diabetic foot ulcers which may require lower extremity amputations. To prevent…
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Colostronin may useful in treating neurodegenerative diseases characterized by an overactive immune system, such as nerve neuropathy. Colostrinin’s potential as a cognitive enhancer is already well-known. Colostrum, the first milk produced by a mother after her child is born, is a rich source of beneficial components, including immunological factors, anti-inflammatory factors, gastrointestinal health factors, growth factors, antioxidant and…