Gotu Kola Extract and Compound Soothe Stress-Induced Depression in Rats
Greg Howard
6th May, 2024
Image Source: Vincent M.A. Janssen (photographer)
Key Findings
- Study in young rats shows Centella asiatica may reduce depression-like behaviors caused by early-life stress
- The plant extract and its component, madecassic acid, lowered brain inflammation and oxidative stress
- These findings suggest Centella asiatica could be a new natural treatment option for depression
MedicineMental HealthPlant Science
References
Main Study
1) Hydroalcoholic Extract of Centella asiatica and Madecassic Acid Reverse Depressive-Like Behaviors, Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in Adult Rats Submitted to Stress in Early Life.
Published 4th May, 2024
https://doi.org/10.1007/s12035-024-04198-1
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