The Benefits of Natural Products for Neurodegenerative Diseases (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9783319803401)

Focuses on the effects of natural products and their active components on brain function and neurodegenerative disease prevention. Phytochemicals such as alkaloids, terpenes, flavanoids, isoflavones, saponins etc are known to possess protective activity against many neurological diseases. The molecular mechanisms behind the curative effects rely mainly on the action of phytonutrients on distinct signaling pathways associated with protein folding and neuro-inflammation. The diverse array of bioactive nutrients present in these natural products plays a pivotal role in prevention and cure of various neurodegenerative diseases, disorders, or insults, such as Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, Huntington's Disease, traumatic brain injury, and other neuronal dysfunctions. However, the use of these antioxidants in the management of neurodegenerative conditions has so far been not well understood. This is a comprehensive collection addressing the effects on the brain of natural products and edible items such as reservatrol, curcumin, gingerol, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and marine products.

Author: M. Mohamed Essa
ISBN-10: 3319803409
ISBN-13: 9783319803401
Publisher: Springer
Language: English
Published: 06/27/2018
Pages: 496
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.56lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 1.03d