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Alzheimer Disease
Copper and a high cholesterol diet induce b-amyloid plaque in Alzheimer model
November 24th, 2003
Copper in water, high cholesterol diet induce b-amyloid plaque, mental impairment in Alzheimer disease model. According to recent research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences USA, "Despite the crucial role played by cholesterol and copper in nutrition and normal brain function, recent evidence indicates that they may both be important factors in the etiology of Alzheimer disease (AD). "Here we provide critical evidence for the role of cholesterol and copper in AD by showing that the addition of trace amounts of copper (0.12 ppm) to water given to cholesterol-fed rabbits can induce beta-amyloid (Abeta)...
Source: Obesity & Diabetes Week (2003-11-24)
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