The Most Neuroprotective Compound You've Never Heard Of
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In this episode of Daily Value, we look at a forgotten compound found in common vegetables such as kale, spinach, and broccoli. Discovered in the 1930s and initially thought to be a vitamin (dubbed “Vitamin P”), this compound has recently demonstrated significant potential in neuroprotection.
This compound may soon become an essential component in neuroprotective and longevity formulations.
00:00 Introduction to Brain Health Molecules
00:19 The Forgotten Flavonoid
01:08 Historical Background
01:59 Neuroprotective Properties
02:51 Mechanisms of Action in Brain Health
03:34 Recent Research and Findings
05:25 Broader Implications and Applications
06:48 Challenges and Future Directions
07:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
https://actaneurocomms.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40478-025-01927-y
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/pharmacology/articles/10.3389/fphar.2020.565700/full
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0753332223010065
Chapters
1. Introduction to Forgotten Flavonoid (00:00:00)
2. History of Kaempferol Discovery (00:01:36)
3. Kaempferol's Neuroprotective Mechanisms (00:02:42)
4. Research on Mitochondrial Protection (00:05:38)
5. Applications Across Neurological Conditions (00:06:38)
6. Dosing and Bioavailability Challenges (00:07:48)
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