Differential effect of Ayurvedic nootropics on C. elegans models of Parkinson's disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Globally, there is increased incidence of Parkinson's Disease (PD), which is the second most common age-related neurodegenerative disease. The currently available PD-therapeutics provide only symptomatic relief. Thus, there is an urgent need to devise an effective and safe treatment strategy for PD. The holistic approach of Ayurveda can be a potential effective strategy for treating PD. The integration of different medicine systems, such as modern bio-medicine and Ayurveda can be an effective strategy for treatment of complex diseases, including PD.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluate the neuroprotective mechanism of six Ayurvedic nootropics that are commonly used to treat PD.

Material and methods

Six Ayurvedic herbs, namely Mucuna pruriens (MP), Bacopa

SUBMITTER: Anjaneyulu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7772502 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature