neurotoxic

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poisonous to nerves or nerve cells

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Keep in mind that there are many neurotoxins in the world. Dozens of natural and industrial substances have neurotoxic properties. Harvey V. Fineberg

Genetics and adolescence are associated with an increased sensitivity to the neurotoxic effects of chronic alcohol abuse. Source: Internet

Depending on the toxicity of their venom and size of their claws, they will then either crush the prey or inject it with neurotoxic venom. Source: Internet

Cortical degeneration due to the neurotoxic effects increases impulsive behaviour, which may contribute to the development, persistence and severity of alcohol use disorders. Source: Internet

Australian researchers have come up with a non-invasive ultrasound technology that clears the brain of neurotoxic amyloid plaques - structures that are responsible for memory loss and a decline in cognitive function in Alzheimer’s patients. Source: Internet

Review of the biochemistry of aspartame has found no evidence that the doses consumed would plausibly lead to neurotoxic effects. citation Comprehensive reviews have not found any evidence for aspartame as a cause for these symptoms. Source: Internet

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