A new study from the University of Missouri shows a compound found in certain fruits and vegetables could hold key to treating neurodegenerative diseases. By Sara Diedrich April 8, 2025Contact: Sara Diedrich, 573-882-6217, diedrichs@missouri.edu A natural compound found in everyday fruits and vegetables may hold the key to protecting nerve cells — and it’s showing…
Traditional use of Greek mountain tea (GMT), Herba Sideritis (Sideritis scardica Griseb.), is used to treat the common cold and mild gastrointestinal disorders. Recent studies suggest its potential efficacy for reducing the risk of age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases, which could be associated with the common mechanisms of action. The aims of this monograph…
The Mediterranean diet features plant-based foods renowned for their health benefits derived from bioactive compounds. This review aims to provide an overview of the bioactive molecules present in some representative Mediterranean diet plants, examining their human nutrigenomic effects and health benefits as well as the environmental advantages and sustainability derived from their cultivation. Additionally, it…