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Better Sleep, Better Function: New Study Links Sleep Quality to Clinical Outcomes in Huntington’s Disease
â±ïž6 min read | Most people with HD report sleep problems, & new research suggests sleep quality is linked to many aspects of living with the disease. Wearables tracked people with HD for a year & revealed better sleep & strength training might help.
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Body in Decline: Muscle Loss as an Early Symptom of Huntingtonâs Disease
Huntingtonâs disease doesnât just damage the brain, it also breaks down muscles and fat, and disrupts nutrition early on. New work suggests thereâs a hidden physical decline in early HD, so monitoring body changes could help with better care.
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Whatâs Good for Your Heart is Good for Your Brain: New Study Links Cardiovascular Health to Brain Aging
Heart health has been linked to lower levels of NfL, a key biomarker of brain cell damage in Huntingtonâs disease. This suggests heart-healthy habits – like exercise and diet – may have an effect on protecting the brain & keeping NfL in check.
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14 changes for a healthier brain
In 2019, there were ~57 million people living with dementia. By 2050, that number is expected to climb to 153 million. Changes in the 14 factors highlighted here can improve brain health and be applied to Huntingtonâs disease.
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More evidence points to Huntington's disease exercise benefit
Two studies show exercise benefits for some symptoms of Huntington's disease. Just don't believe everything you read.
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Exercise increases cellular recycling
Exercise boosts cellular recycling in mice. Could this be why exercise is also good for HD â or even help develop dru
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An active lifestyle may make a difference to HD symptoms
More reasons to be active: a passive lifestyle may contribute to earlier onset of symptoms in HD.