How to Use neuroprotective in a Sentence

neuroprotective

adjective
  • Believe it or not, but mushrooms have been found to have neuroprotective properties.
    — Ashley Martens, Women's Health, 16 Feb. 2023
  • Parenthood might have a neuroprotective effect on the brain and slow the effects of aging.
    — Elissa Strauss, CNN, 17 Oct. 2022
  • That suggests a neuroprotective effect of parenthood on brain age.
    — Jamie Friedlander Serrano, TIME, 15 May 2024
  • The decline of hormones during menopause may also play a role as estrogen appears to be neuroprotective.
    — Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Some research has suggested light drinking — such as fewer than seven drinks a week — may be more neuroprotective than no alcohol at all.
    — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
  • And the neuroprotective effects may extend to Parkinson’s disease as well.
    — Emily Mullin, WIRED, 8 Aug. 2024
  • One area of interest is the neuroprotective properties that delta 8 may possess.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 16 Aug. 2023
  • The neuroprotective cells can tilt the balance toward recovery.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2019
  • More research is needed on caffeine’s possible neuroprotective effects, said Katz, who wasn’t part of the study.
    — Lindsey Leake, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
  • It has also been shown to have neuroprotective properties and may help protect the brain from damage caused by inflammation and oxidative stress.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 9 Sep. 2023
  • Sleep is a neuroprotective and restorative period that supports the structural and functional integrity of the brain.
    — Jennifer Klump, Verywell Health, 11 Nov. 2025
  • Some foods stood out as especially neuroprotective or detrimental.
    — Dr. Sumana Kondle, ABC News, 17 Mar. 2026
  • The study’s findings were consistent in females and males, suggesting the neuroprotective effects of parenting could be due to more than pregnancy.
    — Cathy Nelson, Health, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Fatty fish, like salmon, herring and mackerel, offer the most neuroprotective benefits.
    — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 22 Jan. 2025
  • Delta-9 can exhibit very high neuroprotective potential and help relieve chronic pain.
    — Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Researchers believe compounds in turmeric, seaweed, soy, and fatty fish (such as mackerel, salmon, and tuna) could have neuroprotective effects.
    — Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Researchers believe compounds in turmeric, seaweed, soy, and fatty fish (such as mackerel, salmon, and tuna) could have neuroprotective effects.
    — Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Its neuroprotective effects come from its antioxidant levels.
    — Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 25 Oct. 2024
  • But the changes that occur surrounding menopause—specifically estrogen decline—may also play a role, since estrogen appears to be neuroprotective.
    — Jennifer Chesak, Verywell Health, 13 July 2023
  • Estrogen is very important to the brain and is considered neuroprotective, helping shield brain cells from inflammation, stress and other forms of cellular damage.
    — Akshay Syal, NBC news, 27 Nov. 2025
  • Additionally, many studies have found that the use of CBD oil may also offer neuroprotective effects.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 16 Dec. 2022
  • Raspberries are also one of the richest sources of ellagic acid, a polyphenol that may contain many health benefits, including having neuroprotective properties.
    — Good Housekeeping, 9 Jan. 2023
  • It is also thought to have neuroprotective effects and may be beneficial in treating various mental health disorders such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 24 Feb. 2023
  • In contrast, as an antioxidant, JW-1 may have neuroprotective effects.
    — Brendan Bures, chicagotribune.com, 6 Aug. 2019
  • This helps to keep 2-AG levels higher for longer, which has anti-inflammatory effects, neuroprotective benefits, and more.
    — Dallas News, 31 Oct. 2022
  • What’s more, taurine, which has neuroprotective effects against toxicity, is found in low amounts for people with neurodegenerative conditions.
    — Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Popular Science, 8 June 2023
  • In schizophrenia, one type of psychotic disorder, exercise is believed to be neuroprotective, tamping down inflammation in the brain and spurring the release of chemicals that support and maintain brain cell growth.
    — Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Decaffeinated coffee didn’t yield the same neuroprotective benefits.
    — Lindsey Leake, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Contrary to popular myths, studies suggest marijuana may have neuroprotective properties, while alcohol is known to permanently damage brain cells.
    — Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Studies have shown that CBD can reduce inflammation and may offer neuroprotective benefits, thus slowing the progression of the disease.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 21 Oct. 2023

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