Recent research suggest its potential in neuroprotection, possibly aiding in conditions like Alzheimers
Under inflammatory conditions, pro-inflammatory cytokines [e.g., interferon-gamma (IFN-)] can activate IDO1, diverting Trp metabolism toward the kynurenine (KYN) pathway while inhibiting 5-HT synthesis, resulting in serotonin depletion and exacerbation of neurotransmitter imbalance (Rus et al., 2015)
Kim YJ, Jang MG, Noh HY, Lee HJ, Sukweenadhi J, Kim JH, Kwon WS, Yanget DC (2014) Molecular characterization of two glutathione peroxidase genes of Panax ginseng and their expression analysis against environmental stresses
However, the supportive benefits gradually fade if lifestyle stressors remain unchanged
Lactate promotes glutamine uptake and metabolism in oxidative cancer cells