Friday, September 05, 2008 | 10:53 a.m.

Herbal Extract May Improve Brain Function in Alzheimer's Patients

by Dr. Rallie McAllister

A natural chemical compound derived from a plant known as Chinese club moss may offer significant benefits to individuals suffering from Alzheimer's disease. A team of scientists from Sichuan University in China reached this conclusion last month after reviewing the results of six clinical trials involving a total of 454 patients.

The active ingredient in Chinese club moss is huperzine A, and it works by blocking the action of an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine in the brain. Acet ...

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