This book seeks to unravel the mysteries of wolfberry, and
systematically introduces its mechanisms in preventing
aging-associated diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases,
inflammation, liver and neurodegenerative diseases. Wolfberry, the
dried fruit of Lycium barbarum, is an anti-aging herbal medicine.
There have been numerous reports investigating the underlying
mechanisms of its anti-aging effects and its role in preventing
pathological changes in many aging-associated diseases. Its holistic
effects on the body can attenuate liver toxicity and combat the spread
of cancer; it also prevents degeneration in the central nervous
system, and can even positively affect the skin. As such, wolfberry
has become a very popular food supplement around the world. This book
will serve as an excellent reference source for researchers and
graduate students studying herbal medicine and aging-associated
diseases, while also providing insights for the pharmaceutical
industry with regard to developing potential drugs for these diseases.
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ISBN
9789401796583
Publisert
2018
Utgiver
Vendor
Springer
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Product language
Engelsk
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Product format
Digital bok
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