Microwaves and Alzheimer's disease
Abstract
Overview
Alzheimer's diseases (AD) is the leading type of dementia and involves the neural degeneration due to nerve cell death in the brain. Currently, both the cause and treatment of AD remains a mystery.
Findings
The exploration into how everyday microwaves exposure, especially from mobile phones, could impact brain health is significant. Notably:
- Microwaves are integral in modern life across industrial, communication, medical, and domestic spheres.
- The cell phone, which exposes the brain to microwaves, is particularly prevalent.
- Studies have shown varying effects of microwaves on the central nervous system, with some evidence pointing towards a protective role against cognitive decline, albeit mainly in animal studies.
- However, the continuous debate exists whether microwaves could contribute to the onset of Alzheimer's disease.
Conclusion
While there is evidence that microwaves might influence brain function either positively or negatively, the risk of exacerbating or potentially initiating AD cannot be ignored, emphasizing the need for further research to clarify the role of microwaves in the development of CNS disorders including Alzheimer's disease.