Samach, Alon; Tirosh, Oren; Artan, Avital; Troen, Aron

Methods for the treatment and prevention of neural cell and neuro-pathological disorders are provided, comprising contacting the neural cells, or administering to a subject in need thereof, botanical raw material (BRM) or an extract obtainable from passion fruits. Compositions, as well as a nutraceutical composition comprising the same are also provided.