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Researchers have found that a compound in red wine or grapes
may help to minimize brain damage from strokes.
Many Americans have suffered from a stroke, whether it’s
themselves or family members. As many people know, strokes
can be very unexpected and the results can be permanent.
A stroke can occur when there is blockage of blood flow to
the brain, which means oxygen and nutrients cannot enter.
The brain’s neurons in the affected areas begin to release
excitatory amino acid neurotransmitters. The transmitters
encourage calcium to move into the neurons resulting in free
radicals that can be very hazardous.
Research has discovered that resveratrol--a compound found
in grapes--can absorb the free radicals, stopping them from
doing any more damage to the brain.
Science
Daily News November 27, 2003
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