摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To obtain a nerve growth factor synthesis promoter which has no risk of side effects such as hormone imbalance after its administration or ingestion and is capable of efficiently producing NGF (nerve growth factor) in vivo for improving QOL (quality of life) in the forthcoming aging society. <P>SOLUTION: This nerve growth factor synthesis promoter disclosed herein can be used for indirectly increasing the amount of NGF in vivo in stead of directly administering NGF when preventing and/or treating senile dementia of Alzheimer type, diabetic neuropathy, or the like. The nerve growth factor synthesis promoter contains a plant belonging to the genus Carum of the family Umbelliferae and/or an extract thereof as an active ingredient. An extract derived from the seeds of the plant is especially useful. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI |