Publications by authors named "U Jacob"
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- - The study analyzed the presence of polyphenols in carob pods from Southern Italy using a reliable LC-HRMS method, revealing high levels of Apigenin and Myricetin.
- - Significant variations in polyphenol content, especially in hesperidin and myricetin, were found between different sampling areas, indicating that geochemical and climatic factors influence these variations.
- - This research is the first to document the phenolic content of carob pods in this region after harvest and highlights their potential health benefits in preventing oxidative stress-related diseases.
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- * Most research has focused on protecting brain cells, but it's important to look at the early stages of brain inflammation too.
- * Some foods, like those in the Mediterranean diet, and certain plant extracts might help reduce inflammation and support brain health, offering new ways to treat these diseases.
Article Synopsis
- Parkinson's disease (PD) arises from the loss of dopamine-producing neurons, leading to symptoms like tremors and poor balance, with factors such as neuroinflammation and oxidative stress contributing to its progression.
- Research highlights the potential of nutrition in managing neuroinflammation linked to PD, with particular interest in the Burseraceae family of plants for their therapeutic effects.
- Bioactive compounds from these plants may enhance cognitive function and protect neurons through their anti-inflammatory and antioxidative properties, though more human studies are needed to confirm their neuroprotective potential.