blog posts Nerves prompt muscle to release factors that boost brain health May 6, 2024 2:30 pm by Liz Ahlberg TouchstoneResearch Share on Facebook Tweet Email Images U of I researchers examined the effect of nerve stimulation on muscle secretion of brain-boosting factors. The nerves trigger the muscle to release hormones and mRNA packages that foster gowth, connection between neurons in the brain. Share on Facebook Tweet Email