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Atrial fibrillation is associated with cognitive decline in stroke ‐free subjects: The Tromsø Study
ConclusionAF in stroke‐free participants was independently associated with cognitive decline as measured with the tapping test.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: European Journal of Neurology - September 1, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Sweta Tiwari, Maja ‐Lisa Løchen, Bjarne K. Jacobsen, Laila A. Hopstock, Audhild Nyrnes, Inger Njølstad, Ellisiv B. Mathiesen, Kjell A. Arntzen, Jocasta Ball, Simon Stewart, Tom Wilsgaard, Henrik Schirmer Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Effects of coffee/caffeine on brain health and disease: What should I tell my patients?
Abstract Over the last decade, Food Regulation Authorities have concluded that coffee/caffeine consumption is not harmful if consumed at levels of 200 mg in one sitting (around 2½ cups of coffee) or 400 mg daily (around 5 cups of coffee). In addition, caffeine has many positive actions on the brain. It can increase alertness and well-being, help concentration, improve mood and limit depression. Caffeine may disturb sleep, but only in sensitive individuals. It may raise anxiety in a small subset of particularly sensitive people. Caffeine does not seem to lead to dependence, although a minority of people experi...
Source: Practical Neurology - December 16, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Nehlig A Tags: Pract Neurol Source Type: research