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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
09/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Bupleurum polysaccharides inhibit renal inflammation and fibrotic process
Researchers at Fudan University in Shanghai investigated the effects of Bupleurum polysaccharides isolated from Bupleurum smithii, an herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), on diabetic kidney injury. They reported their findings in an article published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines. For their experiment, the researchers first induced diabetes and renal injury in mice using […]
09/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the efficacy of TCM extraction methods to deliver drug-like molecules
In this study, researchers from Australia and China investigated whether the extraction methods used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are capable of delivering molecules with drug-like physical and chemical properties. Their findings were published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines. TCM is an important reservoir for natural products with useful biological properties. TCM extraction methods, […]
09/09/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The effects of capsaicin on fat accumulation and oxidative stress induced by alcohol and a high-fat diet
In this study, Japanese researchers investigated the effects of capsaicin from chili peppers on fat accumulation and oxidative stress in rats fed a high-fat diet and alcohol. Their findings were published in the Japanese Journal of Complementary and Alternative Medicine. For their experiment, the researchers fed four-week-old rats experimental diets for four weeks. These rats were […]
09/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Extracts from 4 herbal plants exhibit anti-inflammatory properties
Researchers at the University of Central Florida evaluated the anti-inflammatory activities of aqueous extracts derived from holy basil leaf, sesame seed, long pepper and cubeb pepper. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Plant extracts are gaining traction as anti-inflammatory agents. Holy basil, sesame seed, long pepper and cubeb pepper are […]
09/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Pourthiaea villosa has antioxidant properties that protect human dermal fibroblasts from skin aging
In this study, researchers from South Korea and the U.S. investigated the antioxidant properties of Pourthiaea villosa (oriental photinia) extract. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Skin aging is linked to an increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) by human cells. Because they are the main contributors to premature aging, skin cells have […]
09/02/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Fermented green tea can control adiposity and lipid metabolism, effectively ameliorating obesity
South Korean researchers examined the effects of fermented green tea extract on the differentiation of fat cells (adipogenesis) and the synthesis of fatty acids (lipogenesis). They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Green tea is known for its beneficial effects on metabolic health. It is known to alleviate metabolic […]
08/28/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Comparing the effects of piceatannol and resveratrol on factors affecting inflammation, oxidative stress and sirtuins
In this study, South Korean researchers compared the effects of piceatannol (PIC) and resveratrol (RSV) on parameters that affect inflammation, oxidative stress and sirtuins (Sirt). Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. PIC is a natural hydroxylated analog of RSV. It is considered a potential metabolic regulator. The researchers tested the effects of […]
08/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Can geographical location affect the chemical composition of plant-based essential oils? Science explains
The use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has increased in recent years. Besides ancient techniques that promote natural healing, such as acupuncture, CAM also promotes the use of natural products like essential oils. Essential oils are concentrated extracts that can be derived from different parts of a certain plant. This is usually done through […]
07/30/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Flavanols in grape seed have potential anti-obesity properties – study
Eating fatty foods is associated with a lot of health problems. Studies show that people on a high-fat diet are more likely to sustain arterial damage, suffer from a heart attack and develop insulin resistance than people who eat healthy. However, according to researchers at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and The Ohio State University, the negative effects […]
07/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Functional foods are healthy, but why?
A recent article published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness discussed the potential of functional foods as a preventive or supplementary therapy for chronic or metabolic diseases. Numerous studies have found that functional foods promoting autophagy — a regulated mechanism that enables the removal of dysfunctional or unnecessary cell components — can prevent or treat chronic diseases, as […]
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