2023-06-13 17:57:18
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Excessive consumption of this product has also been linked to cardiovascular diseases.
13/6/2023
Excessive consumption of salt, an everyday ingredient present in the daily diet, has been associated with an increased risk of dementia, reveals a new study published in the British Journal of Pharmacology.
Although excess salt has previously been linked to cardiovascular disease due to its effect on blood pressure, this research sheds light on its impact on the development of dementia.
Excessive consumption of sodium, the main component of salt, is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, which are the leading cause of death worldwide.
The mechanism by which salt contributes to the development of heart disease is mainly through its effect on blood pressure, raising it and becoming a risk factor for conditions such as myocardial infarction or stroke.
To reach this conclusion, the researchers carried out experiments on mice, which were given salt water for 12 weeks. During this time, various aspects were monitored, including blood pressure, cognitive and emotional function, and TAU protein phosphorylation.a pathological process associated with the accumulation of defective forms of this protein in brain tissue.
The results revealed that the mice that consumed salt water showed an increase in blood pressure and in the phosphorylation of the TAU protein in the brain.
Besides, reduced levels of certain proteins, such as CaMKI and PSD95, were observed and were associated with dementia and who recovered when treated with the antihypertensive drug Iosartan.
Although this is not the first time high blood pressure has been linked to dementia, this study contributes new findings by specifically demonstrating the impact of excessive salt intake on the brain.
Dementia is a global health problem that affects millions of people around the world. and finding ways to prevent it or slow its progression is vitally important.
While more research is needed to fully understand the relationship between excessive salt intake and dementia, this study urges us to consider the importance of eating a balanced diet and reducing sodium intake in our daily diet.
Awareness regarding the detrimental effects of excessive salt consumption must be spread and public health policies must promote education and the promotion of healthy eating..
The study reveals that excessive salt intake is associated with an increased risk of dementia, due to its effect on hypertension and its consequences on the brain.
Although the results were obtained in animal models and more research is required, this finding highlights the importance of eating a balanced diet and reducing salt intake as a preventative measure for brain health. Raising awareness and promoting healthy lifestyle changes are essential to address this problem and protect the health of the population.
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