"Brain atrophy" refers to the gradual shrinking or loss of brain cells over time. This condition can lead to a decline in mental function or cognitive abilities. Full definition
B vitamin treatment led to a difference in final tHcy concentration of 31.7 % compared with the placebo, and was accompanied by a reduction in the rate of brain atrophy of almost 30 %. (journals.plos.org)
This result corresponds with earlier findings that vitamin B supplements slow the rate of brain atrophy in mild cognitive impairment only in individuals with a good Omega - 3 level to begin with. (ahealthblog.com)
Plus, low vitamin B12 is linked to potentially permanent nerve damage as well as brain atrophy. (cathe.com)