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12/20/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Echinacea offers herbal relief for multiple sclerosis symptoms
Patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) have many painful and debilitating symptoms. Fortunately, they may have a natural means of relief in echinacea, a medicinal plant traditionally used by Native Americans to treat various diseases. When it comes to treating MS, conventional medicine often focuses on extending the remission period between flare-ups. It also tries to delay the […]
12/16/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Study: Fasting lowers the likelihood of insulin resistance caused by obesity
People struggling with obesity and its complications could benefit from fasting. A study presented at the recently concluded Digestive Disease Week, an exhibit sponsored by the American Gastroenterological Association and other groups, revealed that a month of fasting can increase levels of proteins that protect against the adverse effects of diets high in added sugar and unhealthy fats. […]
12/12/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Add gooseberries to your diet to keep metabolic syndrome at bay
Eating Indian gooseberries (Phyllanthus emblica) brings many health benefits to metabolism. A recent study indicates that the extract of this fruit can help treat or even prevent metabolic syndrome. Patients with metabolic syndrome suffer from the following cardiovascular-related conditions: Obesity Insulin resistance Atherogenic dyslipidemia Unhealthy blood pressure Prothrombotic state Excessive inflammation The abnormalities in metabolic syndrome contribute to […]
12/12/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Treating drug-resistant Candida albicans with 2 natural molecules
Lung moss (Lobaria pulmonaria) contains plant-based compounds with antibiotic and anti-fungal properties. A study from the Shandong University (SDU) tested their efficacy on drug-resistant Candida albicans to identify the most active molecules. The researchers received funding from the National Natural Science Foundation and the SDU’s Young Scholars Program. They published their findings in the Chinese […]
12/01/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Just 2 teaspoons of nuts can stave off cognitive decline in the elderly
As people grow older, their cognitive health declines. But a new Australian study suggests that aging people can improve their cognitive function if they eat large amounts of nuts every day. The researchers surveyed more than 4,800 Chinese adults who were 55 years of age or older for 15 years. They discovered a link between eating more than […]
11/29/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Could diffusing lemon essential oil replace your Xanax meds? Scientists say YES
A Japanese study indicated that the essential oil of lemons and other citrus fruits might relieve stress better than pharmaceutical drugs. It showed that people who smelled yuzu experienced considerable improvements in anger, anxiety, confusion, and depression. The effects appeared as early as 10 minutes after they began inhaling the fragrance of the citrus fruit. Researchers at Shitennoji University investigated the mood-boosting effects of the scent […]
11/25/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Ragweed is bad for those with hay allergies, but it’s great for protecting nerves against Alzheimer’s
The common ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia) is, all at once, a backyard weed, an allergen – and a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. In a recent paper, researchers from Seoul National University (SNU) have identified compounds in ragweed that can protect brain cells from peptides present in Alzheimer’s. Weed, medicinal plant and potential treatment In the northern hemisphere, spring […]
11/22/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Optogenetics and your brain: Researchers study the therapeutic potential of light
Can light restore vision to blind people and help treat paralysis in patients with Parkinson’s disease? German researchers have recently examined the possibility of stimulating light-sensitive proteins to achieve therapeutic effects on various health conditions. Optogenetics is a technique that manages processes in the brain through light-based stimulation. It achieves its effects through light-controlled proteins […]
11/19/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Endangered fir tree from China contains compound that may combat cancer
An endangered species of fir in China might get more attention after one of its natural compounds showed potential in treating cancer. In a 2019 study supported by Purdue University, Chinese researchers compound 30 showed that it supported a cancer-fighting enzyme. Cancer is one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide. In the United States […]
11/17/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Novel finding suggests magnets can improve working memory
There may be a new alternative option for treating Alzheimer’s disease or dementia without resorting to toxic pharmaceutical drugs. A new approach uses magnets to stimulate the brain’s working memory. Researchers at Duke University have recently debuted an experimental therapy called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) which applies a high-frequency magnetic pulse to the left prefrontal cortex […]
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