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News & Articles By Ralph Flores
03/11/2022
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By Ralph Flores
Can this popular vegetable in Nigerian cuisine protect the liver from oxidative damage?
Scientists from the University of Port Harcourt in Nigeria found that editan (Lasianthera africana), a shrub native to central Africa, may protect the liver from antibiotic-induced damage. In their report, which appeared in the Journal of Integrative Medicine, the team examined whether editan leaves can protect the liver from oxidative damage in vivo. Editan is a staple […]
03/09/2022
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By Ralph Flores
Moringa leaves show promise as a prebiotic with anti-obesity effects
A recent study by scientists from the Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine in China revealed that a polysaccharide present in the moringa plant (Moringa oleifera) has potential applications as a prebiotic with anti-obesity properties. In their report, which was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, the team looked at MOs-2-a, a polysaccharide obtained from moringa leaves, and its […]
11/29/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Chinese herbal formula found to protect against Parkinson’s disease
Nearly one million people in the U.S. have Parkinson’s disease. This makes it the second most common neurodegenerative disease just behind Alzheimer’s disease, according to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In a recent study published in the Journal of Integrative Medicine, a team from Fudan University in Shanghai explored which herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are […]
11/25/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Chinese skullcap can kill brain cancer cells, thanks to its active component baicalein
Researchers from Qingdao University in China have found that a flavonoid present in Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis) has potential anti-cancer properties. In their report, published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, the researchers noted that baicalein, a flavonoid derived from the roots of Chinese skullcap, can induce cell autophagy and apoptosis — two processes that help clear […]
10/07/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Polysaccharde from Moringa oleifera leaves found to regulate gut microbial composition in mice
In this study, researchers from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine in China explored the potential health benefits of Moringa oleifera. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. M. oleifera is a plant known for its nutritional and pharmacological value. M. oleifera leaves contain a variety of health-promoting active compounds. In a previous study, the […]
10/05/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Bioactive compounds in pomegranate peel can protect against bacterial infection, says study
Researchers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture have found a novel use for pomegranate peels. In their report, published in the journal Nutrition Research, they revealed that pomegranate peels – considered to be an agricultural waste – have potential antibacterial properties. Phenolic compounds exhibit antimicrobial, antioxidant activity Pomegranates are known for their impressive health benefits, which range from […]
04/07/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Researchers explore the effects of a plant compound called resveratrol in patients with ulcerative colitis
People suffering from ulcerative colitis can benefit from a plant compound found in red wine and chocolate. A recent study published in the Archives of Medical Research revealed that resveratrol can improve the quality of life of patients with ulcerative colitis. What is ulcerative colitis? Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease that affects the inner lining of […]
03/22/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Compound in daffodils can improve sleep, trigger lucid dreams
Scientists have found that a compound from daffodils can help people experience lucid dreams more frequently. In a study published in the journal PLOS ONE, U.S. researchers showed the effects of galantamine — a plant compound used to treat Alzheimer’s disease — can enhance brain function through acetylcholinesterase inhibition (AChEI). “[Galantamine] substantially increases the frequency of lucid […]
03/10/2020
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By Ralph Flores
This research-based algorithm will help you determine how much caffeine you need to stay alert and boost performance
Many people love their cup of joe – recent estimates reveal that people drink around 2.25 billion cups of coffee every day. But for a drink that a third of the world’s population enjoys, it can still raise a lot of questions, especially when it comes to when people should drink coffee to make the […]
02/27/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Study findings show which alternative hair loss remedies work: Rosemary oil and caffeine revealed to be the most effective therapies
It’s normal for a person to experience hair loss: On average, a person can lose up to 100 hairs from his scalp every day. However, while most people grow them back, those with alopecia experience extreme hair loss, either due to diseases like lupus, thyroid issues or diabetes; environmental exposure; medication; or even poor nutrition. In their […]
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