Our original article highlighting the Michael J. Fox Foundation’s interest in NRF2 activation solutions for Parkinson’s disease met with a lot of interest, so we decided to do a follow up piece highlighting an additional study that is currently underway. This time, the Michael J. Fox Foundation has provided a grant in its search for… Continue reading Michael J. Fox Foundation Awards an Additional Grant for Nrf2 Research
Author: Glen Thomson - NRF2.com
What Tecfidera Tells Us About the Size of the Nrf2 Medical and Supplementation Market
According to an article published by Foxnews entitled ” FDA approves new oral MS drug, Tecfidera” the following information reveals just how big the market is for NRF2 activating medications and supplements. Tecfidera has been FDA approved to treat just one disease, Multiple Sclerosis. From studies published on Pubmed.gov, NRF2 deficiencies is potentially tied to… Continue reading What Tecfidera Tells Us About the Size of the Nrf2 Medical and Supplementation Market
Tecfidera (BG-12) Nrf2 Activator Approved by FDA for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Treatment
Although there is no treatment that will cure Multiple Sclerosis, there are three oral medications approved by the FDA to be a first-line treatment to slow down the progression of the disease. Dimethyl Fumarate (Tecfidera, Biogen Idec) joins fingolimod (Gilenya) and teriflunomide (Aubagio) as the new “kid on the block”. It is specifically approved for… Continue reading Tecfidera (BG-12) Nrf2 Activator Approved by FDA for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Treatment
Is Tylenol an Effective or Risky Nrf2 Activator?
Tylenol is a brand name the US public is well aware of, (elsewhere is it commonly known as Paracetamol). It is advertised as a pain killer, fever reducer and commonly used to reduce the symptoms of allergies, cold, coughs and flu. As far as pain reliever market goes, Tylenol is number one with about 25%… Continue reading Is Tylenol an Effective or Risky Nrf2 Activator?
How Long Should I Continue Taking My Nrf2 Activation Supplement?
As a consumer of numerous vitamins and supplements over the years I would frequently start and stop consuming various supplements based on the recommendations of a Herbologist friend of mine. I used to suffer from seasonal allergies and was constantly looking for a “cure” or at least an effective means of reducing the effects of… Continue reading How Long Should I Continue Taking My Nrf2 Activation Supplement?
Nrf2 and Sports Endurance: Are you Born to Run?
Are you born to run? It’s that time of year to focus on goals to achieve or resolutions to keep. It doesn’t matter if you are professional athlete or just a weekend warrior, we all want to improve our performance. A research study conducted by Physiological Genomics shows the role of NRF2 in high endurance… Continue reading Nrf2 and Sports Endurance: Are you Born to Run?
Early Flu Season is Here: How Can Nrf2 Help?
It seems evident from news sites and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that there has been a significant increase in flu activity across the United States. You can track the progress of national flu activity using the free CDC iPad Influenza Application Tool for Clinicians and Health Care Professionals application. The CDC recommends… Continue reading Early Flu Season is Here: How Can Nrf2 Help?
Michael J. Fox Foundation Nrf2 Research Study
The Michael J. Fox Foundation is proactively pursuing a solution to slowing down the progression of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s is characterized by a constant loss of substantia nigra (specific cells of the brain region) which is responsible for the production of the chemical messenger dopamine. Current Parkinson’s therapy is involves administering drugs that mimic dopamine… Continue reading Michael J. Fox Foundation Nrf2 Research Study
Could a Nrf2 Activator Stimulate Neuro Protection in Neurodegenerative Diseases?
What are Neurodegenerative diseases? Neurological diseases are defined as disorders to the central and peripheral nervous systems including, but not limited to the brain, spinal chord, nerves and muscles. These diseases can result in neuro damage including nerve or cell death. Studies are underway to determine how effective NRF2 activation could be in preventing damage… Continue reading Could a Nrf2 Activator Stimulate Neuro Protection in Neurodegenerative Diseases?
Multiple Sclerosis, Oxidative Stress and Nrf2: What you Need to Know!
What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple Sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that damages the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. This damage causes loss of muscle control, tingling of the nerves or numbness in the body. Vision and balance can also be negatively impacted. Sclerosis means the creation or buildup of scar tissue in the… Continue reading Multiple Sclerosis, Oxidative Stress and Nrf2: What you Need to Know!