It would not be practical to attempt to deal with all the advances that have informed our
understanding of the behavior and functions of this enzyme over the past 90 years. This …

The two major neurodegenerative diseases Alzheimer's disease (AD) and Parkinson's
disease (PD) are characterised by low levels in the brain of the neurotransmitters …

This review evaluates the presumed contribution of acetaldehyde to tobacco smoke
addiction. In rodents, acetaldehyde induces reinforcing effects, and acts in concert with …

The effects of theobromine in man are underresearched, possibly owing to the assumption
that it is behaviourally inert. Toxicology research in animals may appear to provide alarming …

In the popular imaginary, cocoa-derived products, like chocolate, represent a panacea for
mood and affectivity. However, whether this is a myth or a fact has yet to be clarified. A …

Given their therapeutic activity, natural products have been used in traditional medicines
throughout the centuries. The growing interest of the scientific community in …

Black cohosh preparations are popular dietary supplements among women seeking
alternative treatments for menopausal complaints. For decades, triterpene glycosides and …

Abstract Salsolinol (1-methyl-6, 7-dihydroxy-1, 2, 3, 4-tetrahydroisoquinoline) is a
tetrahydroisoquinoline derivative whose presence in humans was first detected in the urine …

Cocoa and chocolate, prepared from cocoa beans that originate from the fruits of the cocoa
tree Theobroma cacao, have a long-standing reputation as healthy food, including mood …

Consumption of fruit and vegetable is a key component of a healthy and sustainable diet.
However, their accurate dietary assessment remains a challenge. Due to errors in self …