Phytopharmaceuticals for brain health

Description

The complexity of the pathophysiology of cognitive dysfunction has led to the use of therapeutic strategies to combat the disease. Proper diet, cognitive activity, and regular physical exercise can significantly help in improving brain health with advancing age and potentially reduce the risk of cognitive decline. This book presents various neurological conditions and their amelioration using nutraceuticals and functional foods. Research studies in a number of phytopharmaceuticals and medicinal plants demonstrate their efficacy in boosting brain health and physical well-being as well as preventing the initiation and progression of several neurological disorders. Introduction. Pathophysiology. Epidemiology and Pathophysiology of Brain Damage and Restoration. Neurodegenerative Disorders: An Overview. Neuromuscular Disorders: An Overview. Causes of Neuronal Damages. Sleep Disorders, Depression, Memory, and other Neurological Disorders. Chronic Stress. Molecular Mechanisms. Role of Neurotransmittors. Gene Expression. Phytopharmaceuticals. Huperzine A. Ginseng. Ginkgo biloba in Boosting Alertness and Memory. Bacopa Monniera. Centella asiatica Linn. Urban. Curcuma longa and Brain Inflammation. DHA, Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids. Blue Green Algae and Astaxanthin. Resveratrol. Phosphatidyl Serine. Glycerophosphocholine. Acetyl L-Carnitine. Berry Anthocyanins. Tocotrienols, Palm Oil, and Vitamin E in Protecting against Ischemic Stroke. Almonds, Walnuts, and Serotonin Level. Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Flax Seed, and Hemp Seed Oil. Functional Foods: An Overview. Chocolate, Cocoa Beans, and Brain Health. Micronutrients. Magnesium and Zinc in Brain Health. Commentary.