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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
11/17/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Kurogane holly contains anti-cancer compounds for IBS patients
Colitis-associated cancer (CAC) is one of the most serious complications of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), an umbrella term for disorders that cause chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. An important risk factor for colon cancer, IBDs – either ulcerative colitis or Crohn s disease – often precede CAC, which is a type of inflammation-driven colon cancer. […]
11/11/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Explore the multiple health benefits of the marking nut tree
Semecarpus anacardium, or the marking nut tree, is a small to medium-sized tree native to East Asia. Although it’s resin can cause a severe rash when it comes into contact with skin, the marking nut tree is still widely cultivated as an ornamental plant and as a source of food, medicine and raw materials. In […]
11/09/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Reseachers explore the antioxidant properties of cotton lavender
Antioxidants are important molecules that help neutralize free radicals. Free radicals are unstable and highly reactive molecules that can damage cells and their components. A product of cell metabolic processes — particularly the generation of energy using oxygen — free radicals are constantly produced inside the human body. Hence, it’s important that antioxidant levels match this […]
11/05/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Ilex rotunda contains natural chemoprotective agents against colitis-associated cancer
Researchers from China and Japan investigated the colitis-associated cancer (CAC)-preventive effect of the ethyl acetate extract of Ilex rotunda, commonly known as Kurogane holly. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. CAC is one of the most serious complications of inflammatory bowel disease. Its pathogenesis is poorly understood, and anti-inflammatory agents do […]
11/05/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the anti-viral properties of luteolin
In this study, Chinese researchers explored the underlying mechanism of luteolin’s effect on influenza virus-infected cells. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. Influenza is an acute transmissible respiratory disease that affects humans and animals and has high morbidity and mortality rates. According to previous studies, luteolin, which is […]
11/05/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Using chaga mushrooms as proproliferative agents on human follicle dermal papilla cells
Researchers at Tokushima University in Japan screened chaga mushrooms (Inonotus obliquus) for potential anti-alopecia agents. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. I. obliquus is a parasitic fungus that grows in birch and other trees. Chaga mushrooms, which are used in traditional medicine, refer to the resting body (sclerotium) of I. obliquus. […]
11/04/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the appetite-enhancing effects of nutmeg oil
In this study, researchers from Kyoto University investigated the appetite-enhancing and locomotor-reducing effects of Myristica fragrans (nutmeg) oil and its active components. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. M. fragrans is widely used to enhance the flavor of sweet and savory foods. In Asian countries, it also has a history […]
10/21/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers explore the properties of Apple of Sodom (Dead Sea Apple) that make it a staple in traditional Kenyan medicine
Calotropis procera, also known as Apple of Sodom, Auricula tree or Dead Sea apple, is a flowering plant native to tropical Africa and some parts of Asia. Considered a medicinal plant in China, it is also cultivated in South America and on the Caribbean Islands for its fiber. Some reports suggest that the juice of Apple of […]
10/20/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Hepatoprotective activity of Limnophila repens (creeping marshweed) protects against paracetamol-induced toxicity
Researchers from India assessed the hepatoprotective activity of Limnophila repens (creeping marshweed) against paracetamol. They reported their findings in a study published in the International Journal of Green Pharmacy. The liver plays a central role in all metabolic processes inside the body. It is responsible for metabolizing a number of xenobiotics. Because of its function, the liver […]
10/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The therapeutic effects of ginseng against Alzheimer’s disease
Panax ginseng, commonly known as Asian ginseng or Korean ginseng, is one of the most widely used and extensively studied species of ginseng. Sometimes referred to as the “true ginseng,” Asian ginseng has been a staple herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is still used today to boost immunity, increase strength and blood volume, […]
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