Could Lichens Cure Alzheimer’s Disease?

Abstract

Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative illness marked by a gradual memory impairment and certain intellectual (neurocognitive) functions leading to repercussions in the activities of daily living. Until now, there is no drug to treat neurodegenerative disorders; for this, it is preferable to seek to delay the progression of this disease. Lichens show vital therapeutic activity in several neurological diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease. Several isolated lichenic compounds have been tested for anti-acetylcholinesterase potency and may play a key role in the prevention of this dementia. This review deals with previous work on the therapeutic activity of some lichens and their bioactive components for them neurodegenerative diseases. Thus, compounds isolated from lichens can be considered favorable and promising for the prevention of neurodegenerative diseases