Brain glycogen stored in astrocytes produces lactate as a neuronal energy source transported by monocarboxylate transporters (MCTs) to maintain neuronal functions, such as hippocampus-regulated memory formation. Although exercise activates brain neurons, the role of astrocytic glycogen in the brain
Muscle glycogen content is associated with muscle function, but the physiological link between the two is poorly understood. This study investigated the effects of inhibiting glycogenolysis, while maintaining high overall energy status, on different aspects of muscle
The most complete medicinal herbs database backed by science
Works in 55 languages
Herbal cures backed by science
Herbs recognition by image
Interactive GPS map - tag herbs on location (coming soon)
Read scientific publications related to your search
Search medicinal herbs by their effects
Organize your interests and stay up do date with the news research, clinical trials and patents
Type a symptom or a disease and read about herbs that might help, type a herb and see diseases and symptoms it is used against. *All information is based on published scientific research