Exercise-induced hormone may protect against Alzheimer’s and dementia

A new study has revealed a compelling association between a hormone released during exercise and the prevention of neurodegeneration seen in conditions such as Alzheimer's disease. The research in mice suggests the exercise-induced hormone irisin may improve brain plasticity and memory, helping explain how exercise confers beneficial effects on brain health.

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Category: Medical

Tags:

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Brain
• Dementia
• Exercise
• Hormone
• Protein

from New Atlas (Gizmag) http://bit.ly/2scWgzL