Carnosic Acid: Sage and Rosemary: Carnosic acid is antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory properties and is found in both of the herbs

[Bolt_Upright]

This is just a starting point. I have not dug into it. I saw this in the esteemed medical journal "The Daily Mail" dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech...

"A compound hiding inside rosemary and sage has been turned into a new treatment that may reverse Alzheimer's disease.

Carnosic acid is antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory properties and is found in both of the herbs.

A team from the Scripps Research Institute in California discovered a way of harnessing the acid and using it to significantly lower inflammation in the brains of mice - a key trigger for Alzheimer's.

The drug the team created using carnosic acid, diAcCA, not only extinguished the inflammation but also restored the healthy number of nerve cell connections in the brain that promote learning and memory.

Moreover, scientists said that since carnosic acid is already considered 'safe' by the US Food and Drug Administration, this new treatment will hopefully get fast-tracked to clinical trials - getting it to real Alzheimer's patients sooner."

You can buy Carsonic Acid on eBay.

Not to be confused with L-Carnosine: Carnosic acid and carnosine are both known for their antioxidant properties, but they differ significantly in their structures and mechanisms of action: carnosic acid is a phenolic diterpene found in rosemary, while carnosine is a dipeptide (beta-alanyl-histidine) found in muscle tissue.

[PDTom]

sounds interesting, can you please post the link where “Carsonic Acid” is available? I have not found it on Ebay USA. Thank you very much!

[Bolt_Upright in reply to PDTom]

It is at eBay as Rosemary Extract with some percentage Carnosic Acid. This one is 5% Carnosic Acid: ebay.com/itm/285975612745?c...

There are others on eBay. I am not vouching for any of them or whether 5% is enough.

[Esperanto]

The research confirms earlier suspicions about the lifestyle of Acciaroli’s inhabitants. This picturesque village in southwest Italy boasts an extraordinary number of centenarians, with over 10% of its 700 residents living beyond 100 years. Researchers have identified key factors contributing to their longevity, including a traditional Mediterranean diet rich in fresh fish, home-grown vegetables, and herbs like rosemary and sage….

The link between these dietary habits and the benefits of carnosic acid highlights the role of natural compounds in promoting health. However, the emphasis should not be on adding another supplement from eBay. The regular consumption of these herbs likely contributes to the village’s low rates of age-related diseases.

This synergy between traditional practices and scientific findings underscores the importance of (the Mediterranean) lifestyle in promoting overall health, emphasizing a holistic approach that includes a diet rich in whole foods, regular physical activity, outdoor anti-stress life and strong social connections for better health and cognitive vitality. 🍀

[ParkinsonsLady]

You can easily and economically make Rosemary tea and Sage tea (google for recipes).

[Ghmac]

Listed in Dr. Michely’s pro diet is herbs and spices.

The ORAC scale lists gives you a rating of antioxidants from high to low. I found it fascinating.

Cinnamon is 5th from the top.

Below is a definition and following is the scale value of herbs and spices.

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