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* '''[[Magnesium]]:''' Important for nerve transmission and has been studied for its potential in migraine prevention and treatment. | * '''[[Magnesium]]:''' Important for nerve transmission and has been studied for its potential in migraine prevention and treatment. | ||
* '''[[Omega-3 Fatty Acids]]:''' Found in fish oil, they are important for maintaining the structure of cell membranes and have anti-inflammatory effects, potentially beneficial in diseases like multiple sclerosis. | * '''[[Omega-3 Fatty Acids]]:''' Found in fish oil, they are important for maintaining the structure of cell membranes and have anti-inflammatory effects, potentially beneficial in diseases like multiple sclerosis. | ||
* '''[[Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)]]:''' Crucial for neurotransmitter synthesis and nerve health, with implications in various neurological conditions. | |||
* '''[[Zinc]]:''' Plays a role in neurotransmission and neurogenesis, with potential links to mood disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. | |||
=== Antioxidants === | === Antioxidants === | ||
* '''[[Vitamin E]] and [[Selenium]]:''' Antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress, which is implicated in stroke, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease. | * '''[[Vitamin E]] and [[Selenium]]:''' Antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress, which is implicated in stroke, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease. | ||
* '''[[Coenzyme Q10]]:''' Acts as an antioxidant and is involved in energy production. It has been studied for potential benefits in neurodegenerative disorders. | * '''[[Coenzyme Q10]]:''' Acts as an antioxidant and is involved in energy production. It has been studied for potential benefits in neurodegenerative disorders. | ||
* '''[[Alpha-Lipoic Acid]]:''' An antioxidant that has shown potential in managing peripheral neuropathy, particularly diabetic neuropathy. | |||
=== Herbal Supplements === | === Herbal Supplements === | ||
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* '''[[Creatine]]:''' Shown to have neuroprotective effects in some models of neurological diseases and may support energy metabolism in neurological tissues. | * '''[[Creatine]]:''' Shown to have neuroprotective effects in some models of neurological diseases and may support energy metabolism in neurological tissues. | ||
* '''[[Acetyl-L-Carnitine]]:''' Involved in mitochondrial energy metabolism and has been explored for peripheral neuropathy and Alzheimer's disease. | * '''[[Acetyl-L-Carnitine]]:''' Involved in mitochondrial energy metabolism and has been explored for peripheral neuropathy and Alzheimer's disease. | ||
* '''[[NAD+ Precursors (like Nicotinamide Riboside)]]:''' Supplements that enhance NAD+ levels, potentially beneficial for cellular health in neurological conditions. | |||
=== Other Supplements === | |||
* '''[[Probiotics]]:''' May influence neurological health through the gut-brain axis, with potential implications in mood and cognitive disorders. | |||
* '''[[Cannabidiol (CBD)]]:''' Has gained attention for its potential effects in epilepsy, anxiety, and other neurological disorders. | |||
* '''[[Melatonin]]:''' Known for regulating sleep, also explored for antioxidant properties and potential benefits in neurodegenerative diseases. | |||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||