Cashew, a popular plant in African traditional medicine, contains specific chemical compounds that contribute to its healing qualities. While further research is needed, this finding suggests cashew could have potential therapeutic uses.
A trial examined the effects of CBD on cognitive and psychomotor function in healthy college students. Results showed increased attention lapse duration and slight improvement in auditory reaction time with CBD. However, larger trials are needed to fully comprehend CBD's impact on cognition.
The impact of inhaling essential oils on cognitive function and the brain had not been well-understood. In this study, researchers used electroencephalography to examine the effects of inhaling lemon, sandalwood, and kusunoki essential oils on memory function and brain activity. While all three oils showed some effect on cognitive function, kusunoki oil appeared to be the most powerful. This study offers insight into the potential benefits of essential oils on cognitive health, specifically memory.
Researchers have discovered two new compounds, along with five known compounds, in the dried leaves of Ohwia caudata. These compounds have been evaluated for their neuroprotective effect against lipopolysaccharide-induced BV2 microglia cells and have been shown to exhibit anti-neuroinflammatory activity. The structures of the new compounds were established through the use of 1D-NMR, 2D-NMR, and HR-ESI-MS spectral analysis. The previous studies conducted on O. caudata suggested that it may be capable of protecting against Alzheimer's disease.
Researchers tested green extracts from agricultural by-products and microalgae for their ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and deliver potentially neuroprotective compounds to the brain. The extracts were tested using an in vitro model and were found to have a high permeability for neuroprotective compounds. The results suggest that these extracts could be used in food supplements, food additives, or nutraceuticals that claim to have neuroprotective effects.
This study investigated the ecosystem services (ES) provided by street trees in an urban area in China, using the i-Tree Eco model to evaluate their carbon storage, pollutant removal, rainwater runoff reduction, and economic value. The analysis found that the 10 most abundant species accounted for 84.3% of the total number of trees, with an unstable structure of species composition. The annual economic value provided by ES was USD 205,253.20, with an average of USD 79.90 per tree. The study highlights the need for strategic planning and management of street trees at the parcel level to maximize their ES and economic value.
The study looked at the effects of Silibinin, a natural compound, on N-methyl-D-aspartate receptors (NMDARs) in Alzheimer's disease. The experimenters found that Silibinin has neuroprotective effects on Alzheimer's disease models. The study suggests that Silibinin has potential as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease, and further research is needed.