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VITAMIN E, MELATONIN COUNTERACT COGNITIVE DECLINE IN DIABETICS.


Vitamin E, Melatonin Counteract Cognitive Decline in Diabetics

In an animal study at Firat University, researchers found that diabetic-induced rats developed significant impairments in learning and memory behaviors, as well as increased lipid peroxidation levels. Treatment with melatonin and vitamin E significantly reduced learning and memory impairment and lipid peroxidation. The researchers concluded oxidative stress may contribute to learning and memory deficits in diabetes, and the antioxidants melatonin and vitamin E can improve related cognitive impairment. (Natural Products Insider, May 5, 2006)

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