Herbs for seniors. Disseminating knowledge about plant ingredients acting against neurodegeneration
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https://doi.org/10.12775/HERB.2021.007Keywords
neurodegeneration diseases, seniors, herbal drugs, herbal preparation, herbal, old age dizeasesAbstract
Neurodegeneration diseases create an increasing problem in the societies where demographic profile changes due to the aging population. Herbal drugs, plant extracts, botanical supplements and spices that may act against neurodegeneration are appreciated. The questionnaire was projected and performed; 80 persons aged over 60 y completed the survey. Majority of seniors did not take herbal drugs but applied herbal preparations, food supplements and spices. Their knowledge on herbs
comes from books, newspapers and Internet and is not satisfactory. It is evident that herbal preparations should be promoted and recommended for seniors. The diet rich in vegetables, spices and herbs may decrease the risk of neurodegeneration diseases and slow down their progress.
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