Study Suggests Nose-Picking Could Be Linked to Alzheimer's Risk

Experts emphasize the need for further research and highlight the importance of hand hygiene as a preventive measure.

A recent review paper suggests a potential link between nose-picking and the development of dementia and Alzheimer's disease, possibly via neuroinflammation.
Experts caution that while the hypothesis is worth considering, there is currently no definitive evidence of a cause-and-effect relationship.
The study highlights the importance of hand hygiene, suggesting that improving it could be a simple step towards preventing Alzheimer's.
Pathogens entering the brain through the nose could trigger the production of beta-amyloid, a protein associated with Alzheimer's.
Maintaining good nasal hygiene, including washing hands before nose-picking, is recommended for overall health.