📍The role of copper in Parkinson’s disease is controversial, as some evidence points to a need for increased copper levels, while other results show the opposite. There have been some attempts made to clarify the roles of the two pathways, which will be discussed below.
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📍Metabolism of Metals in Blood May Be Affected by Parkinson’s Disease, Study Says
Environmental factors are thought to contribute to Parkinson’s disease (PD). Metals such as copper, iron, zinc, and manganese are known to be neurotoxic. Evidence indicates that metal exposure can contribute to Parkinson’s-related neurodegeneration, mainly by modulating alpha-synuclein protein aggregation — one of the key events in the development of PD.
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📍X-rays reveal the important role of copper in Parkinson’s disease
These results suggest that copper plays an important role in protecting the health and survival of neurons in areas of the brain affected by this disorder. This research is especially important as it enhances our understanding of Parkinson’s pathology, potentially opening new possibilities for early diagnosis and for the development of new therapies.
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