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Resveratrol and Parkinson’s Disease

There seems to be no end to health benefits being heaped on Resveratrol ever since it was discovered to be the answer to the French Paradox that had all scientists baffled why the French people who consume as much high fat diet as Americans live longer and healthier lives.

From having calorie reducing and fat dissolving properties that neutralizes the adverse effects of high fat diet, to its anti-oxidative properties that slows the aging process and its anti-carcinogenic properties that induce self-destruction of some types of cancer cells, Resveratrol has achieved iconic health status to become a popular health food supplement.

New Study to Treat Parkinson’s Disease

A new study recently conducted on two antioxidants: Resveratrol and Quercetin, show their therapeutic and curative benefits in treating Parkinson’s disease. We all know Resveratrol but Quercetin, while not exactly an unknown substance, is new and not as popular. It is similarly an antioxidant containing high concentrations in green tea. Yes, now that’s familiar.

Parkinson’s is a degenerative brain disorder that manifests as an impairment of speech and motor skills, muscle dysfunction and even loss of physical mobility. It is the result of a condition where the neurotransmitter dopamine cannot be produced due to the death of the cells that produce it.

Earlier research has shown that the death of dopamine-producing neurons may be linked to ROS (Reactive Oxygen Species caused by oxidative stress in those cells. We’re talking free radicals here.

It’s plain that since both substances are anti-oxidants, that combat oxidative stress, Parkinsonian toxins called MPP+ can be targeted. The conclusion of the recent study points to Resveratrol and Quercetin as possible treatment for Parkinson’s disease as they have properties that prevent oxidative stress in neurons.

There’s even a good chance that both are complementary treatments for treating neurodegenerative disorders. Further tests are needed to confirm their actions and determine the right doses for human application.

By Admin, Resveratrols.org

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