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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
04/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers uncover anti-carcinogenic potential in Indian propolis
Propolis is a sticky natural product used by honey bees to build and insulate their honey combs. It has a yellowish brown to black color, a pleasant smell due to a mixture of honey, wax and vanilla, but a naturally bitter taste. There are many health benefits attributed to the use of propolis, most of which […]
04/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Review explores the potential of fatty oils from TCM in cancer therapy
In this article, researchers at Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine reviewed the anti-cancer effects of fatty oils from traditional Chinese medicines based on the theories of fu zheng and qu xie. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Cancer management is global challenge that relies mostly on chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery. […]
04/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
A closer look at the immunostimulatory effects of ginseng berry polysaccharides
South Korean researchers investigated the effects of polysaccharides from ginseng berry on the activation of natural killer (NK) cells and the inhibition of tumors. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Ginseng root is used in traditional Chinese medicine for the enhancement of immune system function. To explore the immunostimulatory effects of […]
04/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Review looks at the chemical composition and pharmacological properties of Pseudostellaria heterophylla
Researchers at the University of Macau reviewed the chemical and pharmacological properties of Pseudostellaria heterophylla in order to understand its active compounds. The review was published in the journal Chinese Medicine. P. heterophylla, commonly known as false starwort, is a well-known traditional Chinese medicine that has been used in China for 100 years. Today, despite certain limitations, P. heterophylla is […]
04/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the anti-fungal activity of Croton tricolor essential oil
In this study, researchers from Brazil identified the chemical components of the essential oil obtained from the stems of Croton tricolor and studied their anti-fungal activity against several Candida species. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. For their analysis, the researchers first extracted essential oil from C. tricolor stems through hydrodistillation with a […]
04/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Add artichoke to your diet to help prevent gum disease
Cynara scolymus, more commonly known as green artichoke, is a variety of thistle that is consumed as a vegetable. Specifically, artichoke refers to the plant’s flower buds, which can be eaten before they bloom into flowers. Historically, artichoke has been used as a medicine since the 4th century BCE. Today, it is used in combination with […]
04/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers identify betulinic acid as a promising new agent for treating hepatic fibrosis
Betulinic acid is a naturally occurring compound that can be found in the outer bark of various trees, particularly that of the white birch tree (Betula pubescens). It is classified as a triterpenoid and has demonstrated a wide range of beneficial properties in numerous studies. Among the many activities of betulinic acid, the most notable ones include anti-retroviral, […]
04/13/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Leaf extracts from Indian coleus can be used as a potent novel drug against serious ailments and disorders
Coleus forskohlii, also known by the names forskohlii or Indian coleus, is a medicinal plant that’s native to India. Since ancient times, this tropical perennial plant — like other members of the genus Coleus — has been used in traditional medicine to treat various disorders, such as those that affect the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal and central […]
04/10/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers examine the anti-inflammatory effects of Cynara scolymus L. extract
Researchers at Nihon University School of Dentistry in Japan investigated the anti-inflammatory effects of an extract from Cynara scolymus (artichoke) and its pharmacologically effective compound cynaropicirin on human gingival fibroblasts (HGFs) stimulated by lipopolysaccharide (LPS). Their findings were published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. Periodontal diseases are a major public health problem affecting over half of the […]
04/10/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Betulinic acid found to demonstrate anti-hepatic fibrosis activity
In this study, researchers at the Southern Medical University in China investigated the effects of betulinic acid on human hepatic stellate cells in vitro and C57BL/6 mice in vivo. Their findings were published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. The researchers explored how betulinic acid affects the expression of alpha smooth muscle actin and autophagy-related proteins. […]
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