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Ginseng for AIDS Dementia Complex
Ginseng
: Several studies report that ginseng can modestly improve thinking or learning. Mental performance has been assessed using standardized measurements of reaction time, concentration, learning, math and logic. Benefits have ....
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Bacopa for AIDS Dementia Complex
Bacopa
: Although bacopa is traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine to enhance cognition, high-quality clinical trials are lacking. Two methodologically weak studies found some evidence that bacopa improves cognition. However, more ....
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Music therapy for AIDS Dementia Complex
Music therapy
: In people with Alzheimer's dementia and other mental disorders in older adults, music therapy has been found to reduce aggressive or agitated behavior, improve mood, and improve cooperation ....
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Astragalus for AIDS Dementia Complex
Astragalus
: Based on one clinical trial, astragalus may improve the mental performance of children with low IQs. This trial, however, used astragalus as part of a combination therapy, and it ....
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Acupuncture for AIDS Dementia Complex
Acupuncture
: There is insufficient available evidence to recommend either for or against the use of acupuncture in cognitive and communication disorders.There is also insufficient evidence to recommend the use of ....
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Yoga for AIDS Dementia Complex
Yoga
: There is limited human study of yoga to improve memory. Most research focuses on memory in children. Better studies are needed before a recommendation can be made.Natural Standard Monograph, ....
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Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for AIDS Dementia Complex
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)
: TCM herbal combinations have been used for treatment of dementia and reportedly improve cognitive function and activities of daily living. More studies of better design are ....
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Soy for AIDS Dementia Complex
Soy
: A recent study suggests that isoflavone supplementation in postmenopausal women may have favorable effects on cognitive function, particularly verbal memory. Further research is necessary before a firm conclusion can ....
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Riboflavin (vitamin B12) for AIDS Dementia Complex
Riboflavin (vitamin B12)
: Adequate nutrient supplementation with riboflavin may be required for the maintenance of adequate cognitive function. Treatment with B-vitamins, including riboflavin, has been reported to improve scores of ....
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Polypodium leucotomos for AIDS Dementia Complex
Polypodium leucotomos
extract (anapsos)
: Limited scientific information is available about the effectiveness of polypodium in the treatment of dementia.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright © 2008 (www.naturalstandard.com).
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Omega-3 fatty acids for AIDS Dementia Complex
Omega-3 fatty acids
: Well-designed clinical trials are needed before omega-3 fatty acids can be recommended for the prevention of cognitive impairment or dementia.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright © 2008 (www.naturalstandard.com).
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Massage for AIDS Dementia Complex
Massage
: Massage with or without essential oils has been used in patients with dementia in chronic care facilities to assess effects on behavior. There is compelling early evidence that aromatherapy ....
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Lemon balm for AIDS Dementia Complex
Lemon balm
: Limited data are available supporting the use of lemon balm as a treatment of agitation in dementia patients. Additional studies are necessary before a conclusion can be drawn.Clinical ....
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Lavender for AIDS Dementia Complex
Lavender
: Small studies of patients with severe dementia have found that lavender aromatherapy or pinning a cloth with the oil on it to the patient may help decrease agitated behavior. ....
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Kundalini yoga for AIDS Dementia Complex
Kundalini yoga
: Breathing exercises are an important part of Kundalini Yoga. There is some evidence from studies with healthy volunteers that use of certain breathing techniques (e.g., breathing solely through ....
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Khat for AIDS Dementia Complex
Khat
: Two poorly documented trials evaluated khat in cognitive function. One study reported no difference in cognitive functioning between elderly men that used khat and those that did not. In ....
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Iodine for AIDS Dementia Complex
Iodine
: Iodine is required for the production of thyroid hormones, which are necessary for normal brain development and cognition. One study showed that oral iodized oil significantly improved performance on ....
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Guided imagery for AIDS Dementia Complex
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Early research suggests that guided imagery of short duration may improve working memory performance. Further research is needed before a firm conclusion can be drawn.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright © ....
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Guarana for AIDS Dementia Complex
Guarana
: In available studies, guarana has not been shown to alter cognitive function or arousal. Keuchel et al. found caffeine to decrease mental concentration in males while increasing mental concentration ....
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Green tea for AIDS Dementia Complex
Green tea
: Several preliminary studies have examined the effects of caffeine, tea or coffee use on short and long-term memory. It remains unclear if tea is beneficial for this use.Limited, ....
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Cranberry for AIDS Dementia Complex
Cranberry
: Preliminary research suggests that cranberry juice may increase overall ability to remember. Further well-designed clinical trials are needed to confirm these results.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright © 2008 (www.naturalstandard.com).
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Boron for AIDS Dementia Complex
Boron
: Preliminary human studies report better performance on tasks of eye-hand coordination, attention, perception, short-term memory and long-term memory with boron supplementation. However, additional research is needed before a firm ....
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Black tea for AIDS Dementia Complex
Black tea
: Several preliminary studies have examined the effects of caffeine, tea or coffee use on short and long-term memory. It remains unclear if tea is beneficial for this use.Limited, ....
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Ayurveda for AIDS Dementia Complex
Ayurveda
: The herb brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) is used in a number of Ayurvedic preparations for a variety of ailments. There is evidence from well-designed studies that it may improve memory ....
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DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) for AIDS Dementia Complex
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
: Studies of the effects of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) on cognition have produced complex and inconsistent results. Additional study is warranted in this area.Natural Standard Monograph, Copyright © 2008 (www.naturalstandard.com). ....
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Bitter orange ( for AIDS Dementia Complex
Bitter orange (
Citrus aurantium
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: One randomized controlled trial demonstrated Citrus aurantium aromatherapy does not reduce combative, resistive behaviors in individuals who have dementia. Research with a larger sample in future ....
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