This Common Gut-Bacteria Compound May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
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This Common Gut-Bacteria Compound May Be Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease
Gut bacteria produce a common compound called imidazole propionate, and a study found that higher levels are associated with dementia related changes in the brain. A molecule made by gut bacteria could help explain why changes in the intestinal microbiome are connected to Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers report that higher levels of imidazole propionate, or ImP, [...]
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have identified an association between the compound imidazole propionate (ImP), produced by gut bacteria, and the risk of Alzheimer's disease. The study suggests that elevated levels of ImP are linked to brain changes and cognitive decline in individuals with dementia. Imidazole propionate and its production: Imidazole propionate is a metabolite generated by certain gut bacteria. The production …
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