By improving blood flow to the brain, BCP can help with Vascular Dementia (VD). R

BCP can also reduce high levels of cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia). R R

It can also reduce stress to the heart. R

It may also suppress the development of atherosclerosis. R

5. May Prevent Alzheimer's Disease

BCP may help prevent Alzheimer's Disease (AD). R

By activating CB2 receptors and upregulating PPAR-gamma, BCP can reduce amyloid beta-plaques and immune-induced inflammation in the brain, thus mitigating cognitive dysfunction. R R

It can pass the blood-brain barrier and induce neurogenesis by increasing Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) levels. R

BCP also has other ways increasing neurogenesis independently of BDNF (and NGF). R

6. May Help With Parkinson's Disease

In Parkinson's Disease (PD), loss of dopamine and oxidative stress are hallmarks of the disease. R

By activating CB2 receptors, BCP can inhibit dopamine loss and oxidative stress in the brain. R

For example, BCP can protect against MPTP (a toxin used to destroy dopamine neurons in animal studies)-induced damage to the substantia nigra (the part of the brain most sensitive to dopamine loss in PD). R

7. May Help Multiple Sclerosis

BCP may also help with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) by reducing TH1 and TH17 pro-inflammatory cytokines. R R R

By increasing Treg anti-inflammatory cytokines (such as IL-10), BCP may help reduce the progression and symptoms of MS, such as neuropathy and pain. R

8. Protects The Gut

BCP may help with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD). R R

For example, BCP can reduce inflammation in the colon by activating CB2 and PPAR-gamma receptors. R R

These anti-inflammatory effects can be enhanced when combined with Curcumin, EGCG or Baicalin. R

9. Lightens The Skin

BCP can reduce melanin synthesis and may help with skin-whitening. R

10. May Improve Oral Hygiene