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Re: Salvia vs Alzheimer's

>>From this morning's paper:  A compound extracted from the essential oil
>of sage (species not mentioned, but probably Salvia officinalis) blocked
>the activity of an enzyme that breaks down acetyl choline, leading to the
>loss of short-term memory, the first sign of Alzheimer's disease.  The
>research was done at King's College, London.  So, Mark, even if the
>turkey stuffing doesn't help combat depression, it can still be more than
>just delicious.
>		Diane Whitehead Victoria BC Canada
This was reported in New Scientist some few years back.
I remember because I mentioned it in our newsletter. Unfortunatly now I
can't find the newsletter or reference. It was S. officinalis and the
essential Oil was being used.
I will chase up the reference if anyone is seriously interested.


Michael Bailes
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Next Chilli Festival   March 8/9  1998
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