Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Ashitaba (Angelica keiskei) has a long history of use in traditional Japanese and Chinese medicine, where it is valued for its purported health-promoting properties, including support for brain function and memory. This traditional use is largely based on anecdotal evidence and the general belief in the plant’s rejuvenating and restorative effects. In folk medicine, ashitaba has been consumed as a vegetable or brewed as tea to promote longevity, vitality, and cognitive clarity, though specific claims about memory enhancement are less frequently documented in historical texts compared to its general use for vitality.

From a scientific perspective, preliminary research has identified that ashitaba contains unique compounds called chalcones (such as 4-hydroxyderricin and xanthoangelol), which exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest these compounds may help protect neuronal cells from oxidative stress and neuroinflammation, factors that are implicated in cognitive decline. However, well-designed human clinical trials directly linking ashitaba to improved memory or brain function are lacking. Therefore, while traditional use persists and early scientific data appears promising, the overall evidence remains limited and inconclusive.

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