Pomegranates are effective in treating Alzheimer's disease.

A new study conducted at the University of Copenhagen concludes that pomegranates contain a natural substance that helps improve memory and supports the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

Pomegranates contain natural substances that help improve memory and support the treatment of Alzheimer's disease. (Source: Shutterstock)

This study was published in the journal Alzheimer's & Dementia . According to Professor Vilhelm Bohr, Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Copenhagen, the research team conducted experiments on a mouse model of Alzheimer's disease and found that urolithin A – a natural substance found in pomegranates – may help treat neurological problems, including Alzheimer's disease.

The research is currently being planned for clinical trials on humans.

Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible brain disorder that gradually destroys memory, language, and thinking abilities, eventually rendering patients unable to complete even the simplest tasks. The disease usually progresses slowly, beginning with mild, transient forgetfulness.

On average, people with Alzheimer's disease only live for about 8-10 years after diagnosis. However, some cases can live longer if the disease is detected early and treated properly.

According to Vilhelm Bohr, many patients with neurodegenerative diseases experience mitochondrial dysfunction, also known as functional neurodegeneration. Those with this condition have difficulty eliminating weak mitochondria, which gradually accumulate and affect brain function.

Researchers say that restarting the system that cleans up amyloid plaques and the neurofibrillary tangles characteristic of Alzheimer's disease helps the entire system function smoothly for a period of time. And if cell division is stimulated, it helps remove weak mitochondria, leading to positive neurological improvement, explains Wilhelm Bohr.

According to expert Bohr, although the research was conducted on a mouse model, the outlook remains very promising.

Studies are still inconclusive about how much urolithin A is needed to help improve memory and reduce Alzheimer's symptoms. "We can't conclude anything about dosage yet, but we think it might be more than one pomegranate a day."

However, this substance may be available in pill form, and we are trying to find the right dosage,” the professor said. He hopes that it can also be used for preventative purposes without significant side effects.

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