Key Findings on Water Quality
Posted: Sat Mar 14, 2026 7:39 pm
Key Findings on Water Quality
- Microplastics: Emerging research suggests microplastics in water can cross the blood-brain barrier and cause inflammation linked to neurodegenerative diseases.
- Temperature: A 2020 study using a mouse model suggested that consistently drinking extremely cold (0°C) water might increase cognitive defects and accelerate AD progression, compared to drinking water at 25°C.
- Hydration: Proper hydration is critical for cognitive function; chronic dehydration is associated with worse cognitive performance, particularly in elderly women.