A recent study has shown that "coffee grounds" can be used in a new treatment for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. According to the study published by the British newspaper "The Sun," a formulation of caffeine acid has shown promising results in treating neurodegenerative disorders. Researchers hope that the treatment can help individuals in the early stages of dementia, potentially preventing its progression to more severe stages. The lead author of the study, Jyotish Kumar from the University of Texas, stated: "None of the current treatments cure the disease; they only help manage the symptoms. Our goal is to find a cure."
The substance was extracted by heating coffee grounds at a temperature of 200 degrees Celsius for four hours to alter the carbon structure of caffeine acid. Researchers found that the substance helped eliminate free radicals, which are molecules in the body linked to a range of conditions, including Parkinson's disease, thus preventing them from causing damage. They also noted it prevented the accumulation of amyloid proteins that cause Alzheimer's disease without significant side effects.
Currently, there is no cure for dementia, although three promising medications are undergoing trials to slow its progression. There is also no cure for Parkinson's disease; however, if detected early, changes in diet, exercise, physical therapy, medications, and in some cases, brain surgery can help slow its advancement.
