The pathological form is a misfolded version of this molecule and known to initiate the formation of toxic plaques in the brain. (sciencedaily.com)
It also is a source of catechins, which can help improve HDL or «good» cholesterol and polyphenols, which may prevent the formation of toxic plaque that leads to Alzheimer's disease. (sciencedaily.com)
The drug also appeared to reduce the amount of the protein amyloid beta (which forms toxic plaques in the brains of Alzheimer's patients) by decreasing the levels of metals such as zinc and copper. (scientificamerican.com)