*[[Ginkgo Biloba]] : In 2006 the European Journal of Neurology published the results of a 24-week randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study showing an extract of this plant was as effective as Aricept (donepezil) for mild-to-moderate Alzheimer’s disease. Another study published in 2009 found that it was as effective as Aricept in improving symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, but with less side effects.
*A moss extract, Huperzine A, is showing promise as a natural supplement which aids in preventing further memory loss. In a study of patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease, Huperzine A proved to be as effective as one of the most popular prescription medications.
* [[Apples]] : Eating an apple a day protects the brain from oxidative damage that causes neurodegenerative diseases such Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. This magical nutrient that acts as protection is quercetin, which is a phytonutrient.One study shows that it only takes two glasses of water mixed with apple juice concentrate a day to stop the production of beta-amyloid. Beta-amyloid is a protein responsible for the formation of the plaque found in the brains of patients suffering from AD
* [[Lion's Mane Mushroom]] stimulates activity of the synthesis of nerve growth factor (NGF), prevents and ameliorates senile dementia.
* [[Cinnamon]] : Cinnamaldehyde prevents oxidative stress from reaching the tau proteins. Tau proteins are vital in keeping neurons functioning properly. By blocking oxidative stress, cinnameldehyde helps keep neurons alive and healthy. The other compound epicatechin is a powerful antioxidant. It also helps protect your brain from oxidative stress.