A compound found in hops— one of the basic ingredients of beer— is capable of improving memory and thought patterns in mice, reported Quartz.
In a new study from Oregon State University, researchers sought to found out if xanthohumol, a flavonoid found only in hops, could slow down palmitoylation— a natural process associated with memory degradation in animals and humans. A group of young and old mice were put on an eight-week diet of xanthohumol, a flavonoid found only in hops.
After going through a series of tests, the younger mice showed improvement in spatial memory and cognitive flexibility. The older mice did not show any changes.
While hops are the only dietary source of the rare compound, it would require drinking 2,000 liters of beer— or 5,636 bottles of beer— for a person to get the same effect.
The findings suggest that xanothohumol could potentially be used to treat cognitive problems
Have you ever wondered if beer can make you smarter? Read my new blog on the NaturalNews Network to learn about new scientific research into the possible brain benefits offered by an herb that has been used to flavor beer for centuries.
While beer is not an ideal substitute for your healthier hydrating agents (such as water), a few compounds contained in this beverage are showing great promise as treatment options for everything from gut health to brain function. Some of the most interesting research into the possible health benefits of beer has focused on one particular ingredient: hops
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