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Pharmacological but not physiological concentrations of melatonin reduce iron-induced neuronal death in rat cerebral cortex
After being released from the presynaptic membrane into a synaptic cleft, glutamate and glycine rapidly diffuse to a postsynaptic membrane, where appropriate receptors are further activated
It aids in the transmission of nerve impulses from the brain throughout the central nervous system

Normal vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature) and body mass index (BMI) between 18 and 30 kg/m 2 Suboptimal vitamin B12 status (deficient to borderline 200300 pg/mL), defined as serum B12 levels within the lower end of the reference range (234894 pg/mL) Able to provide informed written consent Able to comply with study procedures and follow-up visits as outlined in the protocol 2.2.2 Exclusion criteria Known hypersensitivity or allergy to oral vitamin B12 supplements or any of its components Known history of cobalt allergy or sensitivity Severe malabsorption syndromes, including pernicious anemia or intestinal disorders affecting vitamin B12 absorption Current use of acetaminophen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, antacids, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), multivitamins, or nutritional supplements containing vitamin B12 History of gastric bypass surgery or other procedures that significantly alter GI anatomy or function Significant renal impairment (estimated glomerular filtration rate [eGFR] 0.05) Supplementary Table 1

14 Additionally, it is possible that the pesticides and metals act synergistically with other exposures to increase the risk of PD