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Along with the short term effects that occur with second-impact syndrome, improper care for concussions can lead to longer term effects as well. [40] These include early onset dementia or Alzheimer's, and early onset of Parkinson's disease. Increased loss of vision and risk of stroke can occur further on in their lives. [41]
A concussion [2] can be caused by a direct blow to the head, or an indirect blow to the body that causes reactions in the brain. The result of a concussion is neurological impairment that may resolve spontaneously but may also have long-term consequences.
The increasing concern over the potential long-term effects of sport-related concussions has heightened scrutiny of the practice of collision sports, particularly American football, with some individuals advocating for its abolition. [96] Sports concussion has been discussed in mainstream media over many years. [97]
Olive oil has many health benefits, including lowering the risk for dementia, poor heart health, cognitive decline or early death.. How beneficial the Mediterranean diet staple actually is depends ...
With the increasing awareness of the long-term effects of concussions, the NFL has passed rules prohibiting the targeting of "defenseless" players over-the-shoulder, requiring plays to be blown dead when the runner loses his helmet, and placing more stringent limits to the ability of players who have sustained a concussion to return to play. [42]
Fresh olive oil has a notorious grassy-like aroma and an herbaceous taste, but bad olive oil will smell rancid and stale. Some people even say it tastes like eating crayons or wax.
A new study found that consuming more than 7 grams a day of olive oil was associated with a 28% lower risk of dementia.
In the 2010 season for the Canadian Football League, there have been 50 reported concussions; 44.8 percent of players reported having a concussion or concussion-like symptoms, 16.9 percent had confirmed that they had a concussion, and 69.6 percent of all players who suffered from concussions that year suffered from more than one. [92]