Treatment with corn oil improves neurogenesis and cognitive performance in the Ts65Dn mouse model of Down syndrome.

This study shows for the first time that fatty acids have a positive impact on the brain of the Ts65Dn mouse model of DS. These results suggest that a diet that is rich in fatty acids may exert beneficial effects on cognitive performance in individuals with DS without causing adverse effects.
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Source: Brain Research Bulletin - June 20, 2018 Category: Neurology Authors: Giacomini A, Stagni F, Emili M, Guidi S, Salvalai ME, Grilli M, Vidal-Sanchez V, Martinez-Cué C, Bartesaghi R Tags: Brain Res Bull Source Type: research