Abstract:
PURPOSE: A pharmaceutical composition and neutraceutical food containing standardized fraction of crude ginger extract is provided to prevent and treat neurodegenerative diseases. CONSTITUTION: A composition for preventing and treating neurodegenerative diseases contains a standardized fraction of crude ginger extract as an active ingredient. The ginger is a root stem of Zingiberaceae. The crude extract is obtained by heating, sonication, or reflux. The suspension is prepared by adding water such as distilled water and purified water to the crude extract. The standardized fraction contains 1.0-10%(w/w) of 6-gingerol.