Several natural molecules of dietary origin seem to have protective properties capable of counteracting aging and age-related diseases such as neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's disease (AD). These compounds, known as "nutraceuticals," act at different biochemical and metabolic levels. Dietary changes, nutritional supplements, functional foods, and nutraceuticals represent promising strategies in the prevention and modification of the natural history of AD. In this chapter, we discuss this potential role of nutraceuticals, and in particular we look over the most recent evidence concerning their relationship with inflammation and oxidative stress.
Nutraceuticals and Cognitive Dysfunction: Focus on Alzheimer's Disease
Boccardi V.
;Tinarelli C.
;Mecocci P.
2017
Abstract
Several natural molecules of dietary origin seem to have protective properties capable of counteracting aging and age-related diseases such as neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer's disease (AD). These compounds, known as "nutraceuticals," act at different biochemical and metabolic levels. Dietary changes, nutritional supplements, functional foods, and nutraceuticals represent promising strategies in the prevention and modification of the natural history of AD. In this chapter, we discuss this potential role of nutraceuticals, and in particular we look over the most recent evidence concerning their relationship with inflammation and oxidative stress.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
