Sleep and aging: Two sides of one coin?

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Sleep and aging: Two sides of one coin?

A link has been identified between oxidative stress, which has previously been linked to aging and neurodegeneration, and sleep. Oxidative stress activates neurons that control sleep function. The findings could help in the development of treatments for sleep disorders.

#aging #sleep #insomnia #sleepdisorders #neuroscience #science #oxidativestress #news
https://neurosciencenews.com/aging-sleep-10937/

Deep Sleep May Act As Fountain of Youth in Old Age

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Deep Sleep May Act As Fountain of Youth in Old Age

A review of sleep research finds that restorative, sedative-free slumber can ward off mental and physical ailments.

The research is in Neuron. (full access paywall)

#sleep #aging
http://neurosciencenews.com/deep-sleep-aging-6349

Nutrition Linked to Intelligence and Brain Health in Older People

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Nutrition Linked to Intelligence and Brain Health in Older People

A study of older adults links consumption of a pigment found in leafy greens to the preservation of "crystallized intelligence," the ability to use the skills and knowledge one has acquired over a lifetime.

The research is in Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience. (full open access)

#diet #aging
http://neurosciencenews.com/nutrition-aging-intelligence-5737

Six New Groups of Molecules Could Be Key to Delaying Aging

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Six New Groups of Molecules Could Be Key to Delaying Aging

Hearing loss, brittle bones, sagging skin, a deteriorating mind: these are just some of the issues associated with growing old. For millennia, humans have fought the process of aging using everything from fountains of youth to pricey face creams, all to no avail. But a group of Montreal-based researchers is coming ever closer to achieving healthy longevity -- armed with the power of science.

The research is in Oncotarget. (full open access)

#aging
http://neurosciencenews.com/aging-genetics-molecules-longevity-4985

Bright light alters metabolism

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Bright light alters metabolism
Surfing internet before sleep. Scientists found bright light exposure increased insulin resistance compared to dim light exposure in both the morning and the evening. In the evening, bright light also caused higher peak glucose (blood sugar) levels.
Read more -https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/05/160518141416.htm    
#neurocience #light #aging #brain #neurons #synapses

Father's Age and Lifestyle Associated With Birth Defects, Review Reports

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Father's Age and Lifestyle Associated With Birth Defects, Review Reports

A growing body of research is revealing associations between birth defects and a father's age, alcohol use and environmental factors, say researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center. They say these defects result from epigenetic alterations that can potentially affect multiple generations.

The research is in American Journal of Stem Cells. (full open access)

#aging #genetics #neuroscience
http://neurosciencenews.com/father-age-birth-defects-epigenetics-4242