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Honey neuroprotective effects

The topic is about the neuroprotective effects of honey, specifically its potential to protect against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's.

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Jan 23, 2026

What does the scientific literature say about honey’s neuroprotective effects in human studies versus animal models?

Systematic and narrative reviews of the literature show consistent neuroprotective signals for in cellular and animal experiments—antioxidant, anti‑inflammatory, antiapoptotic and enzyme‑modulating ef...

Jan 21, 2026

What are the active compounds in honey or cinnamon that show neuroprotective effects in animal models, and what are their proposed mechanisms?

A cluster of polyphenols and flavonoids present in many honeys—especially quercetin, luteolin, apigenin, naringenin, kaempferol and phenolic acids such as ferulic, chlorogenic, gallic and ellagic acid...