Can Advil really play an important role in preventing Alzheimer's?

Maybe, according to a new study.

Ibuprofens have been shown to reduce protein levels in  animal studies, which is a good indication of the  possibilities with people.

However, more research needs to be done because as we're only  too aware, prolonged use of  ibuprofens can have serious side effects.

Rebecca Wood, chief executive of the Alzheimer's Research Trust thinks the ibuprofen studies are an exciting direction for Alzheimer's research.

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