Exploring Antioxidant Properties of Standardized Extracts from Medicinal Plants Approved by the Thai FDA for Dietary Supplementation.

Summary: Scientists are looking at plants to help protect our brains from aging and diseases. They started with a list of 211 medicinal plants approved in Thailand for use in dietary supplements. After reviewing them, they narrowed the list down to 21, and tested them in the lab. Finally, they found 6 superstar plant extracts. These top 6 are packed with natural chemicals called antioxidants that fight off harmful molecules in our bodies. In the future, adding these specific plant extracts to our food could be a great way to keep our brains healthy and prevent memory-loss diseases!