Phytochemical and Therapeutic Potential of Herbal Cognitive Enhancer
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University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chandigarh University, Mohali - 140413, Punjab ,IN
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Government Pharmacy College, Kangra - 176047, Himachal Pradesh ,INKalpna Kashyap
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School of Pharmacy, Career Point University, Hamirpur - 176041, Himachal Pradesh ,INRutika
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Gautam College of Pharmacy, Hamirpur - 177001, Himachal Pradesh ,INAkhil Moudgil
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University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chandigarh University, Mohali - 140413, Punjab ,INKundan Singh Bora
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University Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chandigarh University, Mohali - 140413, Punjab ,INDinesh Kumar
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Acetylcholine, Alzheimer’s Disease, Herbs, Memory, NootropicsAbstract
Memory is the most significant factor in distinguishing one person from another, as it is necessary to recognise one’s own self. The brain can encode, store, and retrieve information using three different types of memory. Individuals who lack these basic forms of memory are unable to create personal relationships, acquire new knowledge, and perform basic everyday duties. Memory refers to a person’s ability to encode, store, retain, and recall knowledge and past events in his or her brain. Memory gives a person the ability to learn from and adapt to previous experiences, as well as the ability to recall previously taught facts, skills, and habits. Today, poor memory, weak recall, and low retention are all typical issues. Memory deteriorates primarily because of stress and exhaustion. Memory loss, often known as age-related memory impairment, is frequent in those over the age of 40. This could be linked to the loss of hormones and proteins (growth factors) that repair brain cells as people get older. Herbs were employed to improve memory power in India throughout ancient times. Indian and Chinese cultures developed many traditional medicines from herbs to treat diminishing cognition, reverse memory loss, and improve learning power. Nootropic herbs are known for their brain-acting herbs and smart medications, which are derived from their isolated ingredients and aid to improve blood circulation in the brain. The focus of this review is on natural agents and herbs that work as memory enhancers. By using one of the herbs at a time, one can improve his or her memory.
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