Myrtenal improves memory deficits in mice exposed to radiofrequency radiation during gestational & neonatal development via enhancing oxido-inflammatory, and neurotransmitter functions

Authors: Akefe IO, Nyan ES, Adegoke VA, Lamidi IY, Ameh MP, Chidiebere U, Ubah SA, Ajayi IE

Year: 2023 Apr 8

Category: Neuroscience

Journal: Heliyon

Institution: Heliyon

DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15321

URL: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37123912/

Abstract

Abstract Summary

Overview

The study explores the adverse impacts of Radiofrequency-electromagnetic radiation (RF-EMR) exposure on mice during sensitive development phases. Concerns about RF-EMR's effects on fetal and neonatal health, posing risks of neurobehavioral and neuropsychological disorders, are highlighted.

Methodology

  • Thirty-five male mice allocated into five groups, with exposure to 900 MHz RF-EMR both alone and in conjunction with Myrtenal (Myrt) treatment.
  • Assessment of short-term memory and biochemical markers.

Findings

Myrt demonstrates a protective effect on memory performance in RF-exposed mice, enhancing antioxidant enzyme activities and modulating proinflammatory cytokines and neurotransmitters.

Conclusion

RF-EMR exposure impairs short-term memory and disrupts biochemical markers related to oxido-inflammatory stress and neurotransmitter homeostasis. The use of Myrt-enriched fruits might provide protective benefits against RF-EMR risks in fetal and neonatal development stages.

neuropsychological disorders neurobehavioral disorders radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation memory deficits Myrtenal antioxidants neurotransmitters
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