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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
12/26/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Waxflower plants found to have potential antimicrobial properties
Etlingera is a genus of tropical plants that belong to the Zingiberaceae or ginger family. These plants have short inflorescence shoots and fruits that ripen underground. Etlingera plants are known perennials that produce circlets of flowers with bright red petal-like structures. According to researchers from Noakhali Science and Technology University in Bangladesh, the essential oils derived from these Etlingera species can […]
12/24/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers look at the impact of medical foods in Alzheimer’s patients
The connection between diet and neurodegenerative diseases has long been the subject of scientific investigations. Today, although much remains to be understood, researchers and clinicians acknowledge the importance of diet in preventing, delaying, or improving the symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent cause of dementia around the world. This debilitating disease is […]
12/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The chameleon plant, a key ingredient in TCM, can protect the gut during a viral infection
Houttuynia cordata, also known as Chinese lizard tail, fish mint or chameleon plant, is an aromatic herb used extensively in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It belongs in the same category as other herbs that can clear heat from the body and treat toxicity. But in a recently published study in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines, researchers from Fudan […]
12/19/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Dwarf morning glory is the best herb for making an Ayurvedic “brain tonic” – study
Ayurvedic medicine has been around for thousands of years. Developed by ancient holistic healers in India, Ayurveda is considered one of the world’s oldest systems of medicine. It is well-known for promoting lifestyle practices like massage therapy, meditation and yoga, and the use of herbal medicines to treat or prevent various diseases. Of the many Ayurvedic medicines still […]
12/18/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Benefits of flavanol supplementation in reducing obesity-related inflammation
Researchers from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and The Ohio State University evaluated the preventive effects of grape seed and pine bark flavonol supplementation in the context of a high-fat diet. Their findings were published in the journal of Nutrition Research. Weight gain and obesity are linked to increased levels of pro-inflammatory molecules inside the body. […]
12/17/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Cordyceps can boost immunity and prevent inflammation in adults
Cordyceps refers to a genus of small mushrooms considered as essential herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). They are used to treat various health problems, such as asthma, diabetic kidney disease, and lung fibrosis. Most Cordyceps species are endoparasitic, meaning they live inside their host. These fungi prey on the larvae of insects and have a nasty habit of […]
12/12/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Compound in kudzu can help treat diabetes
Diabetes mellitus is one of the most challenging health problems in the world today. It is characterized by abnormally high blood sugar levels caused by the body’s inability to produce enough insulin. Insulin is a pancreatic hormone that regulates how the body utilizes or stores glucose from food. The increasing prevalence and mortality rate of diabetes call for […]
12/11/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Red yeast rice lowers cholesterol levels, scientists confirm
Medicinal foods have been around for ages. The ancient Chinese used plant-based foods as medicines for a wide variety of conditions. One example of a functional food is red yeast rice (RYR). This traditional Chinese culinary medicine was once used to promote digestion, invigorate blood circulation and eliminate blood stasis. Today, RYR is known for its ability to lower […]
12/09/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the anti-parasitic properties of fennel flower
Parasites are small organisms that depend on a living host for their survival and propagation. In humans, parasites are often found in the intestines, but they also dwell in other organs such as the skin and the brain. Because they cannot live sans their host, most human parasites don’t cause death, but some can cause diseases. […]
12/04/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Natural antibiotic: Research looks at potential of ginger against superbugs
Ginger is a well-known spice often used in Asian cuisine, especially in Indian, Thai, and Chinese cooking. Also known by its scientific name Zingiber officinale, ginger belongs to the same family as other medicinal spices like cardamom and turmeric. In traditional medicine, the root of the ginger plant is used to alleviate digestive problems, relieve nausea and […]
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