Huperzine An Ingredient In HGH Surge

Published:August 11th, 2010

Huperzine is an alkaloid compound found in Huperzia serrata. It is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. Huperzine A is sold in US as a dietary supplement for memory support.

Huperzia serrata has been used in China for the treatment of swelling, blood disorders or fever. Several clinical trials in China testified for the beneficial effects of the herb in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, among which enhancing memory was one of the most apparent. Huperzine A has been proven to promote dendrite outgrowth of neuronal cultures.

The effects of Huperzine are comparable to other drugs that are currently on the market, but there are no side effects associated with its use.

Currently Huperzine is studied for its effects in treating diseases that involve neurodegenration. Huperzine A can temporarily block the enzyme acetylcholinesterase which is found in higher concentrations in the brain, red blood cells and the spinal chord. The enzyme is responsible for breaking down one of the neurotransmitters, acetylcholine. By inhibiting this enzyme which destroys acetylcholine, the strength and duration of the nerve impulse are enhanced. It makes the difference between a vague memory and a clear recollection.

Huperzine A can decrease neuronal cell death, which is caused by toxic levels of glutamate. This effect can mean that Huperzine A can become a potential treatment for neuronal injury caused by strokes or epilepsy.
Acetylcholine is important for learning, remembering, and thinking.

Decreased amounts of this neurotransmitter translated in loss of mental function. Huperzine A can keep more acetylcholine in the blood, which in turn can preserve and even restore memory.

Huperzine is found in the new human growth hormone releaser, HGH Surge.

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