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04/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers identify betulinic acid as a promising new agent for treating hepatic fibrosis
Betulinic acid is a naturally occurring compound that can be found in the outer bark of various trees, particularly that of the white birch tree (Betula pubescens). It is classified as a triterpenoid and has demonstrated a wide range of beneficial properties in numerous studies. Among the many activities of betulinic acid, the most notable ones include anti-retroviral, […]
04/10/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Betulinic acid found to demonstrate anti-hepatic fibrosis activity
In this study, researchers at the Southern Medical University in China investigated the effects of betulinic acid on human hepatic stellate cells in vitro and C57BL/6 mice in vivo. Their findings were published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. The researchers explored how betulinic acid affects the expression of alpha smooth muscle actin and autophagy-related proteins. […]
09/17/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Chinese skullcap herb found to kill ovarian cancer cells
Scutellaria baicalensis, also known as Chinese skullcap, is a flowering plant used in traditional Chinese medicine. Its roots have been used since ancient times to treat various conditions, such as inflammation, hypertension, psoriasis, and respiratory infections. S. baicalensis contains many active components, the most widely studied of which are the flavonoids baicalin and baicalein. Baicalin has been shown to have neuroprotective, […]
09/03/2019
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By Stephanie Diaz
Boost cellular health and prevent aging with this Japanese plant
The ancient Japanese believed that ashitaba leaves can cure several ailments, hence the ashitaba plant played a significant role in Japanese traditional medicine. They used preparations made with ashitaba leaves to treat ailments like heartburn, stomach ulcer, high blood pressure, hay fever, gout, and constipation. Modern science has now confirmed that the herb native to Japan does […]
05/23/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Eucommia: A widely used plant in TCM that can protect neurons from damage caused by epilepsy
Researchers have found a new natural medicine that can protect nerve cells from epilepsy. In a study published in the journal The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, researchers at Central South University in China found that eucommia (Eucommia ulmoides) contains a compound called aucubin, which exhibits protective effects on neurons against damage caused by epilepsy. […]
09/20/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Scientists closer to unraveling the mystery of how omega-3 fatty acids halt inflammation and prevent disease throughout the body
A new study further adds to the nutritional compendium which proves just how salubrious omega-3 fatty acids are. A team from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) wanted to truly understand just how these fats impacted health — particularly their potency in dampening inflammation in the body. Their medical review suggested that omega-3 […]
08/29/2017
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By Cassie B.
Omega-3 supplements proven to be powerful medicine by drastically reducing CXCL-10 inflammation factors across the body
It won’t come as a surprise to most people that Omega-3 fatty acids like those found in fatty fish are good for your health, but a new study revealing just how these important acids fight inflammation shows they might be even more beneficial than believed. It turns out they work their magic by activating the […]
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