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● Targeted antioxidants such as resveratrol and curcumin have
shown benefits [155]
● NAC (N-acetylcysteine) has demonstrated neuroprotective
effects [156]
● Mitochondrial support helps reduce oxidative damage [157]
Immune Modulation
Specific immune-modulating approaches may be beneficial
[158]:
● High-dose omega-3 fatty acids have shown benefits in
various neuroinflammatory conditions [159]
● Vitamin D plays crucial roles in immune regulation and
neurology [160]
● Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) has shown benefits in some
neuroinflammatory conditions [161]
● Specialized immune-modulating herbs and nutrients may
have targeted benefits [162]
Blood-Brain Barrier Support
Protecting and repairing the blood-brain barrier is essential [163]:
● Addressing factors that disrupt the blood-brain barrier (which
can be assessed with Cyrex Array 20) [164]
● Supporting tight junction proteins with specific nutrients [165]
● Reducing excitotoxicity that can damage the blood-brain
barrier [166]
● Managing stress, which can affect blood-brain barrier
integrity [167]
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