Mixed Drinks Harm Brain, Study Shows

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5 July 2024

Mixing alcohol and energy drinks can cause long-term cognitive problems, according to new rat studies


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The study was conducted by researchers from the University of Cagliari and the University of Catania


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Adolescent rats were given alcohol, energy drinks, or a combination to assess cognitive effects


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Tests showed rats consuming mixed drinks had lasting changes in learning, memory, and hippocampus function


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Researchers noted combined drink consumption during adolescence might affect brain maturation and central function


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Both alcohol and energy drinks are popular among young people for parties and studying


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The study suggests these drinking habits could cause long-term harm to brain functionality


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Initially, mixed drinks boosted certain brain metrics, but benefits didn't last, leading to a decline


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The study indicates mixed drinks during adolescence cause hippocampal changes affecting behavior into adulthood


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Further research is needed on humans and sex differences to confirm and expand these findings


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