07-14-2011, 10:18 AM
Researchers have discovered a mechanism that seems to protect the brain from aging. In experiments with mice, they switched off the cannabinoid-1 receptor. As a consequence, the animals showed signs of degeneration -- as seen in people with dementia -- much faster.
Posted on Tue, 12 Jul 2011 09:38:38 EDT at http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/201...093856.htm
Posted on Tue, 12 Jul 2011 09:38:38 EDT at http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/201...093856.htm