Medicinal Herbs Against Central Nervous System Disorders

Abstract

Central nervous system disorders are a major public health concern worldwide due to unclear pathogenic mechanisms. Traditional medicine has used medicinal plants that have good effects on the central nervous system for central nervous system disorders. Many scientific studies have proven that medicinal plants contain many compounds that have anti-disorders and protect the brain. This practice is gaining more and more attention because it not only controls the disease but also limits the possibility of disorders. In this chapter, the authors reviewed medicinal plants and bioactive compounds against central nervous system disorders. This chapter will give a comprehensive view. Some medicinal plants such as Ginkgo biloba, Hypericum perforatum, Embelia Ribes Burm f., Centella asiatica are attracting attention and have high application value in combating central nervous system disorders. These effects are provided by the active compounds contained in the plant such as catechin, saponin, oleanolic acid. They are promising.