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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