Evidence supporting the use of: Baicalin
For the health condition: Alzheimer's Disease
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Baicalin is a flavonoid compound derived from the roots of Scutellaria baicalensis (Chinese skullcap), a traditional herb used in East Asian medicine. In recent years, baicalin has been investigated in preclinical studies for its potential neuroprotective effects, including applications in Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). The scientific basis for its use is primarily supported by laboratory and animal research. Studies indicate that baicalin may exert anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-apoptotic effects in neuronal cells. In Alzheimer’s models, baicalin has been shown to inhibit beta-amyloid aggregation, reduce neuroinflammation, and improve cognitive performance in rodents. Mechanisms proposed include modulation of the MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways, inhibition of acetylcholinesterase, and upregulation of neurotrophic factors.
However, there is currently a lack of robust clinical trials in humans demonstrating efficacy or safety of baicalin for treating or preventing Alzheimer’s Disease. Most evidence is limited to in vitro or animal studies, and while these findings are promising, translation to human medicine remains unproven. Baicalin is not widely recognized in Western clinical guidelines for AD, but its use is an area of ongoing research. In summary, the use of baicalin for Alzheimer’s is scientifically motivated by preclinical data, but human evidence is insufficient, warranting a low-to-moderate rating of 2 on the evidence scale.
Other ingredients used for Alzheimer's Disease
acai berryacetyl l-carnitine
akkermansia muciniphila
algal oil
alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)
amino acids
anthocyanins
ashwagandha
astaxanthin
berberine
berry flavor
beta caryophyllene
bifidobacterium longum
black garlic
black tea
blueberry
broccoli
butyrate triglyceride
caffeine
cannabis sativa oil
caprylic acid
catechins
Chinese salvia root
chokeberry
choline
cinnamon
citicoline
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
turmeric
curcumin
cyclodextrin
d-alpha tocopherol
DHA (docosahexaeonic acid)
DPA (docosapentaenoic acid)
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
fisetin
fish oil
fish protein
flavonols
gamma tocopherol
genistein
ginkgo biloba
ginseng
glycerophosphocholine (GPC)
grape
green tea
hemp oil
hesperetin
hesperidin
huperzine A
l-carnitine
l-carnosine
l-serine
l-theanine
lentinula edodes mycelia
lion's mane
lutein
luteolin
lycopene
mackerel
magnesium
marine lipid
matcha
medium chain triglycerides (MCT)
melatonin
n-acetyl-cysteine (NAC)
naringin
niacinamide (vitamin B3)
nicotinamide riboside
olive
omega-3 fatty acids
oyster mushroom
phenolic acids
phosphatidylcholine
phosphatidylserine
phospholipids
phytocannabinoids
polygala root
pomegranate
pregnenolone
butyric acid
pyrroloquinoline disodium salt
quercetin
reishi mushroom
resveratrol
rhizome
rosemary
saffron
sage
SAMe (s-adenosyl-l-methionine disulfate p-toluensulfate)
sardines
selenium
sulforaphane glucosinolate
tocotrienols
trans-pterostilbene
tributyrin
ubiquinol
Urolithin A
vinpocetine
vitamin B
vitamin B12
vitamin C
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin E
mulberry
β-nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN)
gastrodia
tinospora cordifolia
lingzhi
morus
ferulic acid
cistanche
ganoderma
royal jelly
terpene lactones
polyphenols
hypothalamus
herbal blend (proprietary)
algae
cocoa
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
soy isoflavones
2-(carbamimidoyl-methyl-amino) ethoxyphosphonic acid
7,8-Dihydroxyflavone
7,14-Hydroxy-Docosapentaenoic Acid
Apigenin
Aronia melanocarpa
Anserine
Avocado
Agmatine
Acetylcholine
Amentoflavone
Acacetin
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Astragaloside
Ampelopsin
Aniracetam
Apocynin
Black Seed
Bilobalide
Butylphthalide
Beta-hydroxybutyrate
Bacopin
Baicalein
Benfotiamine
Basidiomycota
Brahmi
Bacopa
Bifidobacteria
bacoside
Baicalin
Caffeic Acid
Centrophenoxine
Camellia sinensis
Caryophyllene
Cinnamomum
Crocin
Carnosine
Catalpol
Cyanidin
Curcuminoid
Curcumen
Chinese Ligustrum berry
Creatine
Curcuma
C-Phycocyanin
Convolvulus prostratus
Crocetin
Cytidine
Carnosic acid
Cannabigerol
Docosahexaenoic Acid
Decursin
Dihydrolipoic Acid
epicatechin
Ellagic Acid
Ergothioneine
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Estrogen
Ecklonia
Flavonoids
Flavonones
Ketone Salts
walnut
Other health conditions supported by Baicalin
Alzheimer's DiseaseAntibiotics (alternatives to)
Anxiety
Arthritis
Asthma
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cardiovascular Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder
Colds (antiviral)
Conjunctivitis
Depression
Diabetes
Diabetic Retinopathy
Edema
Fatigue
Fatty Liver Disease
Fever
Free Radical Damage
Gastritis
Hepatitis
Hypertension
Infection (viral)
Inflammation
Influenza
Memory and Brain Function
Nephritis
Parkinson's Disease
Psoriasis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Stress
Ulcers
Urinary Tract Infections
Wounds and Sores