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12/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Compounds from two Nigerian vegetables found to inhibit enzymes implicated in neurodegenerative diseases
Neurodegenerative disease is a term used for conditions that affect the function of neurons in the human brain. Unlike other cells in the body, neurons, or nerve cells, are incapable of cell reproduction. Once neurons are injured, degenerate or die, the body cannot replace them with new ones. This is why neurodegenerative diseases are debilitating and very […]
12/23/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Alkaloids from Lasianthera africana and Gongronema latifolium found to prevent neurodegeneration
In this study, researchers at the Federal University of Technology Akure in Nigeria investigated the in vitro modulatory effect of alkaloids obtained from two commonly consumed vegetables in southern Nigeria. Their findings were published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Plants produce alkaloids as part of their defense mechanism against herbivores. Alkaloids are known to have […]
07/01/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Which antioxidants can be used to protect brain function?
Antioxidants are compounds found in plants, especially those used as food by humans. These compounds play an important role inside the body as they prevent or slow the damage caused by free radicals to cells. Free radicals are byproducts of metabolism, specifically the breakdown of food into energy. If the body is unable to remove […]
06/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Scientific basis for the use of antioxidants in the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders
Researchers from Nigeria discuss scientific evidence supporting the use of plant-derived antioxidants for the management of neurodegenerative diseases. Their review was published in The Journal of Phytopharmacology. Neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs) are ailments that disturb the brain by disrupting the normal functions of neurons. Common symptoms of NDDs include problems with stability, inhalation, movement, reflexes, motor skills and heartbeat. Studies suggest that NDDs are caused by defective […]
08/14/2019
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By Chloe Divino
Unlock white sesame flour’s antioxidant and brain-protecting effects
The plant Sesamum indicum, commonly known as sesame, is a herbaceous plant that belongs to the Pedaliaceae family. It is widely cultivated for its edible oil and protein-rich seeds. While sesame oil is known as a rich source of unsaturated fatty acids, sesame seeds are popular sources of dietary fiber and micronutrients, such as minerals, lignans, tocopherols, […]
07/29/2019
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By Stephanie Diaz
Green tea and carrots could reverse dementia, restore memory
A new study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry suggests that carrots and green tea contain compounds which can reverse the symptoms Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from the University of Southern California investigated the effects of two compounds, namely, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and ferulic acid (FA), on mice that have been genetically modified to develop Alzheimer’s disease. EGCG is a compound […]
06/13/2019
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By Chloe Divino
The neuroprotective and anti-apoptotic properties of white sesame flour
In this study, researchers from Gifu University in Japan showed that defatted white sesame seed flour has neuroprotective and anti-apoptotic properties. Their findings about the bioactivity of water-soluble fractions purified from defatted sesame seed flour were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Defatted sesame seed flour is a byproduct of oil extraction and is considered a waste product. In their […]
04/12/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Nigerian vegetables show promise in preventing neurodegeneration
Nigerians have been eating editan (Lasianthera africana) and utazi (Gongronema latifolium) for thousands of years. It turns out that these locally-available and popular vegetables are rich in natural alkaloids that support the healthy function of the brain and prevent the onset of neurodegenerative diseases. Plants synthesize alkaloids to repel herbivorous animals that graze on them. These phytochemicals often taste bitter […]
02/27/2019
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By Edsel Cook
2 Commonly consumed vegetables in southern Nigeria found to prevent neurodegeneration
Many of the protective alkaloids produced by plants demonstrate beneficial effects for humans when cooked and consumed as food. A Nigerian study investigated the neuroprotective activity of the phytochemicals in editan (Lasianthera africana) and utazi (Gongronema latifolium), two edible plants that are widely cultivated in Africa. Support for this study came from Federal University of Technology […]
02/09/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Acorns shown to have neuroprotective properties
One of the biggest problems that the elderly population face is Alzheimer’s disease, which is the leading cause of dementia. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that more than 5 million Americans suffer from this disease and by 2060, this statistic is projected to reach as much as 14 million. Over time, Alzheimer’s becomes […]
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