Overview

• Published on June 19, 2025 in CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics, the study has drawn global attention to Patanjali’s Ayurvedic formulation.
• It marks the first application of an Ayurvedic medicine in a C. elegans Parkinson’s model, according to Patanjali Research Foundation’s chief scientist.
• Neurogrit Gold combines herbs like Jyotishmati and Giloy with Ayurvedic Bhasmas such as Ekangveer Ras and Moti Pishti.
• In laboratory tests, the formulation lowered oxidative stress and boosted expression of pink-1, pdr-1 and cat-2 genes essential for mitochondrial health and dopamine synthesis.
• Acharya Balkrishna said the findings could help Parkinson’s patients reclaim memory function and improve quality of life.