Plant extracts: a natural booster for brain health

With the aging of the population, increasing pressure of life, increasing environmental pollution and other factors, more and more people suffer from brain diseases and cognitive disorders, such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, depression and anxiety. According to the World Health Organization, about 350 million people worldwide suffer from depression, and nearly 8 million people die every year due to brain diseases. In China, stroke has become the leading cause of adult disability. Brain diseases not only bring great physical and mental suffering to patients and families, but also impose a heavy burden on society and the economy. Against this background, plant extracts have been widely welcomed and favored as a natural, effective and safe product for brain health.
At present, many brain health products with plant extracts as the main or auxiliary ingredient have appeared in the market, such as health supplements, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. These products cover different consumer groups and usage scenarios, such as the elderly, students, white-collar workers, athletes and so on. Here are some star plant extract categories in the brain health field:
Ginkgo biloba extract: Ginkgo biloba extract is one of the most common and popular brain health products, and its main active ingredients are ginkgo flavonoid glycosides and ginkgolides. Ginkgo flavonoids can inhibit the production and damage of free radicals, protect brain cells from oxidative stress, and prevent and delay the onset of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. Ginkgolides can intervene in the process of mitochondrial energy metabolism, play a role in protecting neurons, and can contribute to the ischemic peripheral region of newborn neurons, reducing neuron loss; at the same time, ginkgolides have a certain inhibitory effect on apoptosis and oxidative stress response of neurons. Ginkgo biloba extract is usually found in capsules, tablets, oral solution and other forms in health products or medicines, and can also be added to functional drinks or food.
Ginseng Extract: Ginseng extract is a compound with various physiological activities extracted from the roots, stems and leaves of ginseng, and its main active ingredient is ginsenoside. Ginseng extract can enhance the body's anti-fatigue, anti-aging, anti-stress and anti-inflammatory abilities by regulating the neuroendocrine system, immune system, cardiovascular system, etc., thus improving the brain function and cognitive ability. Ginseng extract is usually found in capsules, tablets, oral solution and other forms in health products or medicines, and it can also be added to functional drinks or foods.
Aloe Vera Extract: Aloe Vera Extract is a compound with various physiological activities extracted from Aloe Vera leaves, and its main active ingredients are Aloe Vera polysaccharides and aloe vera pigments. Aloe vera extract can prevent and delay the occurrence of neurodegenerative diseases by inhibiting the production and damage of free radicals and protecting brain cells from oxidative stress. Aloe vera extract can also enhance emotional stability and mental health by regulating the balance of neurotransmitters and improving mood and sleep quality. Aloe vera extract is usually found in the form of powder, liquid, etc. in health supplements or cosmetics, and can also be added to functional beverages or foods.