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Acorus calamus
Rhizome ayurvedique et amérindien des zones humides ; nootrope et digestif ; certaines chemotypes contiennent de la beta-asarone, un composé potentiellement carcinogène.
Calamus root (Acorus calamus) is a wetland rhizome used in Ayurvedic and Native American traditions as a nootropic and digestive aid. Its primary active compounds include beta-asarone, alpha-asarone, acorin, calamenol, and shyobunone, though some chemotypes (tetraploid) contain carcinogenic beta-asarone. Modern research suggests potential for cognitive enhancement, anticonvulsant activity, and neurological support, but evidence is limited to pilot studies and traditional use.
Calamus root exhibits acetylcholinesterase inhibition, increasing acetylcholine availability in the brain, which may underlie its nootropic effects. Beta-asarone and alpha-asarone modulate GABAergic and glutamatergic neurotransmission, contributing to anticonvulsant and anxiolytic actions. Additionally, compounds like acorin and calamenol demonstrate antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties via NF-κB and Nrf2 pathways, supporting neuroprotection. The herb also stimulates digestive secretions through bitter principles and may enhance gastric motility.
Rhizome ayurvedique et amérindien des zones humides ; nootrope et digestif ; certaines chemotypes contiennent de la beta-asarone, un composé potentiellement carcinogène.
Calamus root (Acorus calamus) is a wetland rhizome used in Ayurvedic and Native American traditions as a nootropic and digestive aid. Its primary active compounds include beta-asarone, alpha-asarone, acorin, calamenol, and shyobunone, though some chemotypes (tetraploid) contain carcinogenic beta-asarone. Modern research suggests potential for cognitive enhancement, anticonvulsant activity, and neurological support, but evidence is limited to pilot studies and traditional use.
Calamus root exhibits acetylcholinesterase inhibition, increasing acetylcholine availability in the brain, which may underlie its nootropic effects. Beta-asarone and alpha-asarone modulate GABAergic and glutamatergic neurotransmission, contributing to anticonvulsant and anxiolytic actions. Additionally, compounds like acorin and calamenol demonstrate antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties via NF-κB and Nrf2 pathways, supporting neuroprotection. The herb also stimulates digestive secretions through bitter principles and may enhance gastric motility.