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Efficacy of Artemisia annua Linné in improving cognitive impairment in a chronic cerebral hypoperfusion-induced vascular dementia animal model.

Artemisia annua Linné (AA) has antioxidant properties, but little is known about its effects on cognitive impairment. Researchers analyzed its potential in treating vascular dementia (VaD), the second most common type of dementia. There are currently no FDA-approved drugs for VaD. The findings show that AA may improve cognitive dysfunction by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the brain. Further studies are needed to explore the therapeutic potential of AA for VaD.

Kim SY et al (2023).
Phytomedicine.
PubMed:
36738479

Preventive Effect of Indian Gooseberry (Phyllanthus emblica L.) Fruit Extract on Cognitive Decline in High-Fat Diet (HFD)-Fed Rats.

The study investigated the mechanism by which Indian gooseberry fruit prevents obesity-induced cognitive decline. It was found that methylglyoxal (MG)-derived advanced glycation end products (AGEs) bind to a receptor, worsening obesity and cognitive decline. Indian gooseberries have antiobesity properties, but the mechanism by which they prevent cognitive decline was not known.

Chen YY et al (2023).
Mol Nutr Food Res.
PubMed:
36738163