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Dementia- a condition involving the extreme loss of cognitive function- is caused by a variety of disorders, including Alzheimer's disease.

A new study analysing the impact of a probiotic on the symptoms of children with Tourette syndrome has concluded that probiotics do not have tic-reducing effects but may have benefits on comorbidities such as attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

The Omega Kid pilot study has failed to demonstrate that omega-3 supplementation improves self-regulation in pre-school age children.

Ingredient supplier Ethical Naturals said a second study on its AlphaWave shows the ingredient eased stress among participants who were completing a mental arithmetic test. Several measures, including a brain wave scan, supported the conclusion.

A new animal study points to a potential link between consumption of highly processed foods and memory loss.

A meta-analysis of 41 studies has found that a high intake of the omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (ALA) is associated with a lower risk of death from all causes, and specifically from diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

Yakult UK and Ireland has launched a guide to the gut-brain axis, in collaboration with APC Microbiome Ireland, after research revealed that just 29% of consumers have heard of this link.

Texas-based Kaneka has announced that it has completed the self-affirmation Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) process for its Floradapt Brain (Lactobacillus plantarum DR7) probiotic.

Yakult UK and Ireland has launched a guide to the gut-brain axis, in collaboration with APC Microbiome Ireland, after research revealed that just 29% of consumers have heard of this link.

The Norwegian Scientific Committee for Food and Environment (VKM) says there is insufficient data to recommend a daily intake of the omega-3 oils, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) for 3-18-year-olds.