PQQ’s Protective Roles in Parkinson’s Disease

Juanita Enogieru, MS

Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disorder of the the dopamine-producing neurons (nerve cells) in a region of central nervous system (CNS). It occurs when the brain called the substantia nigra become damaged or die. When the neurons are impaired, they produce less dopamine, leading to the inability to control body movements.^1,2

Emerging research provides evidence that inflammation, oxidative damage to the neurons that control movement, and malfunctioning mitochondria play a role in the neurodegenerative aspect of the disease.^3,4 Furthermore, Parkinson’s disease is associated with the accumulation of a protein known as alpha-synuclein that can be …read more