Have you ever heard of xanthophylls? Part of the large family of carotenoids renowned for their antioxidant potency, the less well-known xanthophylls are natural, yellow pigments that actually offer significant therapeutic potential, as has been demonstrated in a number of studies conducted over the last few years. Scientists have recently...
Often overlooked, the plant Bacopa monnieri is highly-regarded in India because of its many health virtues. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is regarded as a natural tonic for conditions affecting the brain. Widely-studied in recent years, this plant is now considered an adaptogen, a natural aid to combatting stress and anxiety....
As we grow older, elements of our cognitive function such as memory, perception and concentration decline to varying degrees, as a normal consequence of the ageing process. This decline in mental capacity can sometimes lead to the onset of dementia, characterised by a range of brain diseases. A number of...
Idebenone is an analogue of coenzyme Q10, an antioxidant vital for cell membranes and an essential component in the mitochondrial transport chain of ATP-producing electrons. Idebenone is a powerful antioxidant that works under hypoxic (low oxygen) conditions. Because of its ability to inhibit lipid peroxidation, it protects cell membranes and...
Many of you are probably already fans of ginkgo biloba - its efficacy is well-established. Ginkgo biloba is mainly used in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and senile dementia. It improves energy, memory and concentration. This is what makes it one of the most popular natural remedies available . A...