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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
10/18/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the efficacy of suprol fraction-Nox complex from Stevia rebaudiana leaves against Type 2 diabetes
Researchers from Armenia investigated the mechanism of action of an NADPH-containing, superoxide-producing high-density lipoprotein called suprol found in the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana. The results of their study were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. S. rebaudiana is known for its various biological activities, which include anti-diabetic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Research suggests that […]
10/17/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Efficacy of TCM can be improved with better molecular delivery methods
The herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) are known for their abundance in active compounds that show greater efficacy than most conventional medicines. These beneficial components give TCM their medicinal properties, which make them useful in the prevention and treatment of various diseases. However, promising compounds such as bioactive glycosides are hindered by their chemical […]
10/16/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Garlic can protect against heart tissue damage caused by reoxygenation
Garlic has been used for medicine since ancient times. Hippocrates, dubbed the “father of Western medicine,” was said to have prescribed garlic to his patients to address a variety of conditions. Today, garlic is known not only for its pungent flavor but also for its medicinal properties, which include anti-hypertensive, cholesterol-lowering (anti-hyperlipidemic), antioxidant, and anticancer, among others. In […]
10/15/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Crown flower found to promote the growth of nerve tissue in the brain
The plant Calotropis gigantea, commonly known as milkweed or crown flower, is a flowering shrub with a lot of uses. It can be used for food and fuel, to make textiles, as a source of dye, and most importantly, for medicine. C. gigantea has a long history of use in traditional medicine. It also contains cardiac […]
10/15/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Condensed tannins from the miracle tree found to have therapeutic effects against chronic diseases, including cancer
Interest in plant-derived compounds has not waned for the past several years but, instead, has grown enormously. Researchers continue to study plants and their chemical components due to their advantages over pharmaceutical drugs. Not only do phytochemicals show more effectiveness than modern medications, they also cause less toxicity to the body and produce very few side effects. […]
10/14/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Linoleic acid can reduce the risk of heart disease, according to research
Omega-6 fatty acids like linoleic acid (LA) and arachidonic acid (AA) have long been deemed as bad fats. This is due to the belief that having more omega-6 fatty acids than omega-3s increases a person’s risk of heart disease. It is also predicated on the fact that omega-6 fatty acids are pro-inflammatory and give rise to […]
10/14/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
TCM’s Yanghe Huayan found to have potent anti-tumor effects against breast cancer
Traditional Chinese medicinal herbs have a long history of use. The earliest record of Chinese medicine dates as far back as the 3rd century BCE. More than 2,000 years ago, the ancient Chinese were already using plant-based treatments to address life-threatening diseases, such as breast cancer. In particular, an herbal preparation called yang he hua yan […]
10/14/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Mediterranean diet linked to marked decrease in colorectal cancer risk
Known as one of the healthiest — if not the healthiest — diet in the world, the Mediterranean diet is recommended for the prevention of a variety of diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Studies have also found a link between the Mediterranean diet and a lower risk of cancer. However, up until […]
10/11/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Regular consumption of cruciferous vegetables found to help reverse diabetes
The cruciferous family is a large family of vegetables that has been of scientific interest for more than a decade. Together with alliums, these cool weather-loving greens are known for their anti-cancer properties, which they owe to certain plant compounds they possess. In a recent study which appeared in Science Translational Medicine, researchers from the U.S. and Sweden […]
10/10/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oil of stem clasping ligularia from the sunflower family found to have antibacterial properties
Ligularia amplexicaulis, commonly known as stem clasping ligularia, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Asteraceae (sunflower) family. It grows in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand, India. L. amplexicaulis is considered as a medicinal herb, and its stems, leaves, and flowers are used in Tibetan medicine to treat vomiting caused by indigestion. In a recent study […]
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