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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
09/03/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Assessing the efficacy of compounds in traditional Chinese medicine vs. ulcerative colitis
In this review, researchers from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine discussed different kinds of active compounds extracted from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that possess anti-ulcerative colitis effects. The article was published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines. Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the colon. The incidence of UC is rising […]
09/02/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Research finds that soy isoflavone intake can cause damage to blood vessels in children
Kawasaki disease (KD) is an illness that affects children below five years old. This disease affects the lymph nodes, mouth, and skin, but if not treated early, it can cause severe complications like vasculitis (inflammation of blood vessels), a dangerous condition that can affect the coronary arteries which supply blood and oxygen to the heart, […]
08/28/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Barley, flaxseed and rice bran: Why they’re good sources of nutraceuticals
Nutraceuticals have long been the focus of scientific studies and the subject of debate. They are often considered to be more food than medicine. On the other hand, these naturally occurring substances have nutritional and medicinal properties that can help in the prevention and treatment of various diseases. Researchers from Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology in […]
08/27/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study finds Chinese skullcap herb improves bone health
Bone mineralization is an important process that starts from infancy and continues throughout life. It is an essential part of bone formation and the bone remodeling process. Problems with bone mineralization are directly linked to diseases like rickets in children, osteomalacia in young adults, and osteoporosis in older adults; hence there is considerable scientific interest in the mechanisms […]
08/21/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
A component of ginseng found to have anti-tumor effects against liver cancer
Ginseng, referred to by some as the “king of all herbs,” is a widely used herbal medicine and health supplement. Numerous benefits are associated with the use of ginseng, most notably the enhancement of male reproductive function, the improvement of general well-being, and the prevention of cancer. While different varieties of ginseng exist, each variety contains […]
08/15/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The potential of metabolomics to support TCM research in treating viral pneumonia
Researchers from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine and Zhejiang Chinese Medical University summarized recent metabolomics research in search of evidence of the reliability and effectiveness of TCM in treating viral pneumonia. Their review was published in the journal Chinese Medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is now widely acknowledged as a reliable treatment for viral pneumonia. However, […]
08/14/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Myrcene exhibits protective effect against UVB-induced photoaging
In this study, researchers from Kyung Hee University in South Korea investigated the protective effects of a compound called myrcene on UVB-irradiated human dermal fibroblasts. The results of their study were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Myrcene is an aromatic volatile compound found in the essential oil of several plants. It is commercially […]
08/12/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Quercetin, a flavonoid found in many foods, has anti-aging and anti-cancer properties
Many plants, including fruits and vegetables, are known for their medicinal properties. These properties come from active compounds called metabolites that plants produce either through metabolism or to aid in that process. Plant metabolites exhibit different activities; while some are able to fight inflammation or kill microbes, others can effectively halt oxidation and delay cellular aging. According to […]
08/07/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Maslinic acid and oleanolic acid exhibit antimicrobial activity against oral pathogens
In this study, researchers from Austria, Germany, Greece, and Switzerland investigated the antimicrobial potential of five chemical components of Olea europaea and three compounds from Pistacia lentiscus. The results of their study were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Because of increasing antibiotic resistance, natural antibacterial agents are now being studied for the treatment of oral diseases […]
08/06/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Add these 8 nutrient-packed foods to your diet
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), good nutrition is the cornerstone of good health. Good nutrition entails an adequate, well-balanced diet complemented with regular physical activity. The major systems of the body all rely on good nutrition to function properly. Poor nutrition results in impaired immunity, physical and mental development, and productivity. To ensure that you get good […]
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