Homocysteine-Lowering by B Vitamins Slows the Rate of Accelerated Brain Atrophy in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2010) Background /Methods:
Homocysteine-lowering by B vitamins slows the rate of accelerated brain atrophy in mild cognitive impairment: a randomized controlled trial.
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Overall, the discussions express strong support for the research findings, with participants referencing examples like the role of eggs as a source of B vitamins and debating critiques, which demonstrates both interest and moderate engagement, while tone and citations suggest the potential for a positive influence on health awareness.
Most discussions support the findings that B vitamins can slow brain decline, citing the study and emphasizing the importance of nutrition.
Posts show strong interest by referencing additional sources, highlighting the benefits of B vitamins, and sharing related health tips.
Post author details and participants analyze the study, question critiques, and share personal insights, indicating moderate engagement.
The discussions suggest that the publication may influence health perceptions and dietary choices, though the impact remains moderate as some debates continue.
Abstract in brief
- Supplementation with high-dose B vitamins (folic acid, B6, and B12) significantly slows the rate of brain atrophy in older adults with mild cognitive impairment, especially in those with elevated homocysteine levels.
- The study found that participants receiving B vitamin treatment exhibited a 29% lower annual rate of brain volume loss compared to placebo, with the most notable effects in individuals with higher baseline homocysteine.
- Lower brain atrophy rates were associated with better cognitive test scores, and B vitamin supplementation did not increase serious adverse events, suggesting it as a safe strategy to potentially slow neurodegeneration in at-risk populations.
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軽度の認知症の人にビタミンB群を2年間飲んでもらったら 脳の萎縮率が30%改善したって報告 ビタミンBレベルが正常になるとホモシステインが減るからと考えられている (糖の代謝もB群飲んで改善してるってのもありそうだけどどうなんだろうか) https://t.co/PkWZLEVIdR
~vitamin B-6 ~vitamin B-12 ~folic acid A research suggests that these vitamins may prevent #brain shrinkage and delay cognitive decline. https://t.co/v3bW9Qy6b1 Egg is a good source of all of them. #HealthyEating #brain #brainhealth #HealthyNation #HealthyFood #healthy https://t.co/qoj4e9Zxlu
Another reason you should be taking a *methylated* B complex regularly. "Homocysteine-lowering by B vitamins slows the rate of accelerated brain atrophy in mild cognitive impairment" https://t.co/pMOxlJeAMC
@thelucyjohnston @Foods4thebrain https://t.co/nRbbFpCRdy
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Another reason you should be taking a *methylated* B complex regularly. "Homocysteine-lowering by B vitamins slows the rate of accelerated brain atrophy in mild cognitive impairment" https://t.co/pMOxlJeAMC
RT @iamkawawong: @astupple Great post. Something worth elaborating on is nutrition: there are plenty of studies on how nutrients like B vit…
@astupple Great post. Something worth elaborating on is nutrition: there are plenty of studies on how nutrients like B vitamins and omega-3s might slow down cognitive ageing. E.g. https://t.co/KKWSgzZY6U https://t.co/t58By8GZ9j
https://t.co/HWESt6MYbt La reducción de la homocisteína mediante vitaminas B ralentiza el ritmo de atrofia cerebral acelerada en el deterioro cognitivo leve: Un ensayo controlado aleatorizado
https://t.co/o8mMkDxS6N El ritmo acelerado de atrofia cerebral en ancianos con deterioro cognitivo leve puede ralentizarse mediante un tratamiento con vitaminas del grupo B que reduzcan la homocisteína. El 16% de los mayores de 70 años padecen deterioro cognitivo leve y la mitad
Remember all those talking heads who said that vitamins are just 'expensive urine'? Except, they actually protect your brain from atrophying. Homocysteine-Lowering by B Vitamins Slows the Rate of Accelerated Brain Atrophy in Mild Cognitive Impairment https://t.co/O2ORLTthJW https://t.co/nwnlaT9mFv
https://t.co/Yzc449p6SK La tasa acelerada de atrofia cerebral en ancianos con deterioro cognitivo leve puede ralentizarse mediante el tratamiento con vitaminas B que reducen la homocisteína.
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Homocysteine-Lowering by B Vitamins Slows the Rate of Accelerated Brain Atrophy in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2010) Background /Methods:
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@thelucyjohnston @Foods4thebrain https://t.co/nRbbFpCRdy
RT @tokatti_: 30%も改善した https://t.co/kBsN6LTm3g 日本人はビタミンB12はギリギリでビタミンB6が足りない人が多い感じ https://t.co/IQvu0pZdTE #自分用メモ
30%も改善した https://t.co/kBsN6LTm3g 日本人はビタミンB12はギリギリでビタミンB6が足りない人が多い感じ https://t.co/IQvu0pZdTE #自分用メモ
يمكن إبطاء المعدل المتسارع لضمور الدماغ لدى كبار السن الذين يعانون من ضعف إدراكي خفيف عن طريق العلاج بفيتامينات ب التي تخفض الهوموسيستين. 16٪ ممن تزيد أعمارهم عن 70 عامًا و العلاج سيؤخر تطور مرض الزهايمر. https://t.co/TeiA8tsHGA
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Homocysteine-Lowering by B Vitamins Slows the Rate of Accelerated Brain Atrophy in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial (2010) https://t.co/v6LaqpgZAu
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RT @DrLoBisco: Homocysteine-Lowering by B Vitamins Slows the Rate of Accelerated Brain Atrophy in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized C…
Homocysteine-Lowering by B Vitamins Slows the Rate of Accelerated Brain Atrophy in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial- giving B vitamins (B6, B12, folate) spared brain structure decline https://t.co/3R5qXGnHyt
RT @VitaminsMemory: ~vitamin B-6 ~vitamin B-12 ~folic acid A research suggests that these vitamins may prevent #brain shrinkage and delay…
~vitamin B-6 ~vitamin B-12 ~folic acid A research suggests that these vitamins may prevent #brain shrinkage and delay cognitive decline. https://t.co/v3bW9Qy6b1 Egg is a good source of all of them. #HealthyEating #brain #brainhealth #HealthyNation #HealthyFood #healthy https://t.co/vJxaElNQM3
RT @yasu0804: 軽度の認知症の人にビタミンB群を2年間飲んでもらったら 脳の萎縮率が30%改善したって報告 ビタミンBレベルが正常になるとホモシステインが減るからと考えられている (糖の代謝もB群飲んで改善してるってのもありそうだけどどうなんだろうか) http…
軽度の認知症の人にビタミンB群を2年間飲んでもらったら 脳の萎縮率が30%改善したって報告 ビタミンBレベルが正常になるとホモシステインが減るからと考えられている (糖の代謝もB群飲んで改善してるってのもありそうだけどどうなんだろうか) https://t.co/PkWZLEVIdR
RT @VitaminsMemory: ~vitamin B-6 ~vitamin B-12 ~folic acid A research suggests that these vitamins may prevent #brain shrinkage and delay…
~vitamin B-6 ~vitamin B-12 ~folic acid A research suggests that these vitamins may prevent #brain shrinkage and delay cognitive decline. https://t.co/v3bW9Qy6b1 Egg is a good source of all of them. #HealthyEating #brain #brainhealth #HealthyNation #HealthyFood #healthy https://t.co/qoj4e9Zxlu
@boston_process @RenegadeSynapse I think you’re criticizing a study but that wasn’t the Vitacog study. https://t.co/haPUdots8Z
Homocysteine-lowering by B Vitamins Slows the Rate of Accelerated Brain Atrophy in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Ran… https://t.co/DvoURrmcM9
vitamins and the aging brain: https://t.co/IpOfb5XMNI Note this reference: https://t.co/rTpXdw0kly