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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
11/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Curcumin found to have protective effects against renal fibrosis
Chinese researchers investigated the anti-fibrotic effects of curcumin on epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) induced by transforming growth factor-B1 (TGF-B1), as well as the mechanism by which it influences the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/Akt pathway. Their findings were published in the journal Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin. According to animal studies, curcumin has protective effects against the development of renal fibrosis. However, […]
11/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluating the anti-tumor and anti-hyperlipidemic effects of Apium graveolens (celery) extracts
Researchers from India explored the antihyperlipidemic and anti-tumor properties of the ethanolic extract and phytochemicals derived from Apium graveolens, commonly known as celery, in rodents. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Chromatographic analysis of the seeds of A. graveolens shows that they contain coumarin derivatives like seselin, methoxsalen and 3H-isobenzofuran-1-one. To […]
11/18/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Eating bitter melon is a great way to keep diabetes at bay
Momordica charantia, commonly known as bitter melon or bitter gourd, is a fruit-bearing tropical vine that belongs to the Cucurbitaceae (gourd) family. It is closely related to cucurbits typically found in the human diet, such as pumpkins, melons, squash and zucchinis. The fruit of this medicinal plant is popular as a disease-fighting superfood. In fact, extracts from different parts […]
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 […]
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