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11/28/2024
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By Olivia Cook
Modern science uncovers the secrets behind ancient herb tarragon’s healing prowess
Tarragon might already have a place in your spice rack as a tangy, aromatic addition to salads, sauces and soups. But beyond its culinary uses, tarragon holds a treasure trove of benefits. This humble herb has been used in traditional medicine for everything from soothing digestive discomfort to promoting restful sleep. It’s not just folklore […]
09/27/2024
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By Olivia Cook
Traditional Chinese Medicine monomers offer hope for SAFER cervical cancer treatments
Research into the molecular mechanisms of cervical cancer has highlighted the P13K/Akt signaling pathway as a key player in cancer progression. While various treatments have been developed to target this pathway, current therapies often come with severe side effects, limiting their effectiveness and patient tolerance. In recent years, attention has shifted to the potential of […]
10/08/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Sulforaphane, a compound in cruciferous vegetables, found to kill colon cancer cells
An increasing number of studies have recently emerged promoting the benefits of eating cruciferous vegetables. These vegetables are not only rich in dietary fiber that supports digestive health, but they are also good sources of phytonutrients that can reduce the risk of cancer. For instance, isothiocyanates, which are formed through the breakdown of glucosinolates found in […]
10/08/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Used for thousands of years in TCM, Psoralea corylifolia treats a variety of diseases from heart disease to cancer
Psoralea corylifolia or babchi is a medicinal herb that is popular among traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda practitioners. It is used to treat various skin diseases, including rashes, psoriasis, leprosy, and leucoderma – a condition that causes the appearance of white patches due to loss of melanin. However, several studies have reported that P. corylifolia has other clinical applications, and these can […]
10/03/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Safflower yellow, an herbal medicine used in TCM, found to prevent the spread of breast cancer to the lungs, according to study
Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is a herbaceous flowering plant that is widely used in traditional medicine. It is known to treat conditions like dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, postpartum abdominal pain and mass, trauma, and joint pains. Aside from its medicinal applications, safflower is also used in the food and textile industry, making it one of the oldest and most useful cultivated crops on […]
09/19/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Plants from the laurel family found to exhibit potent antiviral properties
The genus Litsea is comprised of evergreen or deciduous trees or shrubs that belong to the Lauraceae (laurel) family. It contains about 200 plant species, and some of them have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat traumatic injuries and relieve symptoms of pain. From this genus, Litsea verticillata was the first plant species identified […]
09/13/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Behind the scenes: Chebulinic acid, an active ingredient of popular Ayurvedic medicine triphala, has anti-tumor properties
Triphala is a known Ayurvedic medicine that could treat various diseases. Not only is it used in other traditional medicine practices inspired by Ayurveda, but it is also known for its medicinal properties, such as antimicrobial, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory. In a recent study, researchers from China focused on the antiproliferative activities of two of its […]
07/22/2019
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By Stephanie Diaz
Ginseng phytonutrient Ginsenoside Rg3 effective against hepatocellular carcinoma
Researchers from Sichuan University and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College evaluated the bioactive compound ginsenoside Rg3, a component of ginseng, and its potential against hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Their study was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. The sodium-hydrogen exchanger 1 (NHE1) plays a key role in the growth and development […]
07/09/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
B-type proanthocyanidins in Masson’s pine bark extract show antioxidant and antitumor properties
Pinus massoniana or Masson’s pine is a tree found in China and Taiwan. The different parts of this tree are used in traditional Chinese medicine to make remedies for various ailments, such as those that the skin and respiratory system. In a review published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, researchers from Tongji University School of Medicine in China focused on […]
07/01/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Sulforaphane found to trigger apoptosis in human colon cancer cells
In this study, researchers from China Medical University in Taiwan investigated the anticancer activity of sulforaphane (SFN), a plant compound present in cruciferous vegetables. The results of their study were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. SFN is an isothiocyanate that possesses antitumor and chemopreventive activity. However, previous studies have not yet explored […]
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