Tony McWilliams

Exploring the Cognitive Impact of an Acemannan-Based Supplement in Alzheimer’s: A Look at BDNF and Brain Function

Researchers wanted to find out if a special nutritional supplement—called aloe polymannose multinutrient complex (APMC)—could help people with moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease by affecting something in the brain called BDNF. I’ll bring definition and clarity as we consider a study on this subject from 2017. Let’s first start with Read more…

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Acemannan and Neuroprotection: Behavioral and Biochemical Effects in Diabetic Rats

Today we’re exploring a 2017 in vivo study that tested Aloe vera gel in male rats, divided into five groups. The gel used is the clear substance—also known as mucilage—found inside the Aloe leaf. As always, when a research project uses fresh Aloe vera gel, it’s also working with Acemannan. Read more…

By Tony McWilliams, ago

Alzheimer’s Study Reveals Cognitive Improvements with Aloe Vera-Based Nutraceutical

We’re diving into a fascinating scientific study, actually a series of studies, connected to Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that affects memory and thinking. Alzheimer’s is a leading killer of Americans, imparts a significant toll on the quality of life of the patient and primary caregiver, and results in inordinate costs Read more…

By Tony McWilliams, ago

Aloe Vera and Acemannan: Enhancing Nutrient Transport and Permeability in the Gut (Part 3)

A quick review of our last study was a focus on how Acemannan helps to reduce the electrical resistance that happens in the intestinal lining and where absorption of nutrients and other substances take place naturally. This study showed how aloe vera gel and its Acemannan component contributed to absorption Read more…

By Tony McWilliams, ago