Surprising Link Between Menthol And Alzheimer's Discovered in Mice

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https://www.sciencealert.com/surprising-link-between-menthol-and-alzheimers-discovered-in-mice

A study found something strange in 2023: When mice with Alzheimer's disease inhale menthol, their cognitive abilities improve.

It seems the chemical compound can stop some of the damage done to the brain that's usually associated with the disease.

In particular, researchers noticed a reduction in the interleukin-1-beta (IL-1β protein, which helps to regulate the body's inflammatory response – a response that can offer natural protection but one that leads to harm when it's not controlled properly.

The team behind the study, published in April 2023, says it shows the potential for particular smells to be used as therapies for Alzheimer's. If we can figure out which odors cause which brain and immune system responses, we can harness them to improve health.

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1. I use Dr. Bronner's liquid soap in the shower

The potent fragrance of wintergreen permeates the hot, humid air. At the end, I wring out the washcloth, open it up, drape it across my face and inhale deeply a few times. Invigorating!

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2. Vick's Vaporub has menthol along with camphor and eucalyptus oil

My spouse uses Vick's regularly under the nostrils to help with stuffy nose and swears by it. Maybe I should try it too as I used to use one of those Vicks inhalers years ago and it seemed to help with breathing and feeling better.