The nervous system is a network of neurons that is responsible for processing and transmitting information between different parts of the human body. Due to the important role played by the nervous system in the body, its disorders can lead to a wide variety of symptoms and diseases – from insomnia, headache, and dizziness to dementia and ischemic stroke.
Pine nut oil contains nutrients necessary for the normal functioning of all components of the nervous system – the brain and spinal cord and nerves. These are amino acids, minerals (zinc, magnesium, and copper), and vitamins (group B, vitamins A and E).
Amino acids for the nervous system
Pine nut oil contains the following amino acids that are beneficial for the nervous system and brain:
- Tryptophan. Involved in neuronal function. Its imbalance has been proven to lead to neurologic and psychiatric disorders. [1] Directly affects the quality of sleep, preventing insomnia.
- Methionine. Deficiency of this amino acid leads to anomalies of the central nervous system, which is especially critical for children. [2]
- Phenylalanine. When converted in the human body, this amino acid takes part in the synthesis of a neurotransmitter.
- Glutamic acid. It is an important neurotransmitter that has a nootropic effect and is necessary for the normal functioning of the brain.
Minerals for the nervous system
Magnesium is the most important mineral for the nervous system in the composition of pine nut oil. It is involved in the transmission of nerve impulses and neuromuscular conduction, and performs a protective function against excessive excitation, which can lead to the death of neurons. [3] Its deficiency is associated with serious age-related neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
In addition, pine nut oil is rich in zinc (ions of this mineral are involved in neurotransmission), and copper that is an important cofactor in the functioning of nervous system enzymes.
Vitamins for the nervous system
Pine nut oil contains:
- B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, and others). They are cofactors in many enzymatic reactions necessary for the synthesis and transport of neurotransmitters, as well as for the process of myelination of nerve fibers in the spinal cord and brain. For example, it has been proven that thiamine deficiency leads to the death of neurons in that part of the brain that is responsible for memory function. B vitamins are also often used in the treatment of peripheral neuropathy.[4]
- Antioxidant vitamins A and E. They prevent cerebral oxidative stress that is directly associated with neurodegenerative, depressive, anxiety, and other disorders.
The components of pine nut oil comprehensively strengthen the nervous system, participate in neurotransmission, and prevent the development of diseases of the nervous system, including neurodegenerative ones.
REFERENCES
[1] Comai S, Bertazzo A, Brughera M, Crotti S. Tryptophan in health and disease.
[2] Matt Demczko , MD.Methionine metabolism disorders
[3] Kirkland AE, Sarlo GL, Holton KF. The Role of Magnesium in Neurological Disorders.
[4] Calderón-Ospina CA, Nava-Mesa MO. B Vitamins in the nervous system: Current knowledge of the biochemical modes of action and synergies
[5] Salim S. Oxidative Stress and the Central Nervous System.
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