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10/10/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Leaf extract of Dendropanax morbifera a potential ingredient for memory-boosting functional foods
Researchers from South Korea examined the effects of Dendropanax morbifera Leveille (DML) on proliferating cells and differentiated neuroblasts exposed to mercury. Their findings were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The brain is susceptible to methylmercury toxicity, which causes irreversible damage to neurons and glial cells. DML is widely used as a folk medicine to […]
10/08/2019
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By Melissa Smith
The cup saucer plant from India found to prevent, treat type-2 diabetes
Eating fruits and vegetables, which are nutritious and rich in beneficial phenolic compounds, protect against conditions related to oxidative stress. The fruits and leaves of a plant in India known as the cup saucer plant (Breynia retusa) may also be consumed to protect against diabetes, according to a study published in the journal Food Science […]
10/07/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
A natural cure for influenza: Study proves elderberries are an effective antiviral
Elderberry — also known as Sambucus nigra — is a small, antioxidant-rich fruit commonly found in Europe and North America. This fruit has been used in folk medicine to treat many ailments. In a study published in the Journal of Functional Foods, researchers reported that the elderberry fruit can help fight the influenza virus. Conducted by researchers from the University of Sydney, the study […]
10/07/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Researchers confirm: Boost your brain health and relieve anxiety with curcumin, a natural antidepressant
Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric, an Indian spice commonly added to curries, where it lends its yellow color. Beyond its color, however, curcumin is also responsible for a majority of its health benefits. The use of turmeric for medicinal purposes is nothing new. It’s a mainstay in both Indian and Chinese cultures in folk medicine for various ailments. […]
10/03/2019
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By Melissa Smith
The black ridge oak from Asia found to inhibit glucose, shows promise as a natural diabetes medicine
Black ridge oak (Quercus phillyraeoides) is an evergreen tree typically found in China, Japan, and Korea. The leaves of this plant are used in Korean folk medicine for treating diarrhea and dermatitis. In a study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness, researchers found that the leaves of the plant could also be […]
09/30/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Bioactive compounds in Ocimum gratissimum found to improve erectile dysfunction
In this study, researchers from different universities in Nigeria examined the inhibitory effects of Ocimum gratissimum leaves on key enzymes associated with erectile dysfunction in the penile and testicular tissues of rats. The results of their study were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. O. gratissimum or African basil is a medicinal plant that […]
09/20/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Discover natural agents for disrupting bacterial biofilm
Bacteria represent just one part of a large and thriving community of microorganisms that the human body plays host to. These microbes can be found in different parts, including the skin, the oral cavity, and most notably, the gut. While bacteria, together with other microbes, contribute to the maintenance of good health, certain factors, such […]
09/10/2019
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By Janine Acero
Safflower is used in Asian medicine to treat various ailments
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is a multifunctional crop that is used extensively in folk medicine in China, Japan, Korea, and other Asian countries. The plant produces yellow to deep red flowers, which are largely used for flavoring and coloring purposes. Over the years, researchers have isolated and identified more than 100 compounds from C. tinctorius. In a recent article, researchers […]
09/04/2019
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By Janine Acero
Rough cocklebur, a folk medicine, can treat bronchitis, arthritis and other inflammatory diseases
Inflammation is a double-edged sword. While it is a part of normal immune response, chronic inflammation is the root of various health conditions. The treatment of these conditions has been the focus of many studies that investigate the medicinal properties of plants used in traditional healing practices. One such plant is the rough cocklebur (Xanthium […]
07/19/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Breynia retusa (Dennst.) Alston demonstrates antioxidant and anti-diabetic potential
A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness examined the antioxidant and anti-diabetic potentials of the fruits and leaves of the cup saucer plant (Breynia retusa). It also looked at the nutritional and total phenolic contents of leaves and fruit of the plant. The consumption of fruits and vegetables is being used […]
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