Dr Sam Moxon - Diet and Motor Neuron Disease, Is There Anything Here?

Dr Sam Moxon - Diet and Motor Neuron Disease, Is There Anything Here?

Dr Sam Moxon, narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.

In this blog, Sam explores the potential link between diet and Motor Neuron Disease (MND). With only 10% of MND cases being genetically inherited, Sam investigates the role of environmental factors, particularly diet, in the development and management of MND. He examines various diets, including carnivore, ketogenic, paleo, Mediterranean, and vegan, evaluating their potential benefits and drawbacks. While some diets show promise in reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, the evidence remains inconclusive. Sam emphasises the need for further research to understand the impact of diet on MND and to develop personalised nutritional strategies for people at risk and those living with the disease.

Find the original text, and narration here on our website.

https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-diet-and-motor-neuron-disease-is-there-anything-here/

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Dr Sam Moxon is a biomaterials Research Fellow at University of Birmingham. His expertise falls on the interface between biology and engineering. His PhD focussed on regenerative medicine and he now works on trying to develop 3D bioprinting techniques with human stem cells, so that we better understand and treat degenerative diseases. Outside of the lab he hikes through the Lake District and is an expert on all things Disney.

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