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02/13/2020 / By Ralph Flores

Wow, that’s tart: Research shows astringency or dryness in red wine is linked to tannins and interactions with saliva

Nothing says “sophistication” better than a glass of red wine. In fact, people who know their wine can easily tell you which foods go well with dry wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, and which ones are perfect for fruity reds like Pinot Noir. But what makes a wine “dry”? A recent study found that the perception of dryness is influenced by […]

02/11/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Lindera glauca stem extract has antioxidant and protective effects against oxidative stress

Researchers from Konkuk University in South Korea investigated the antioxidant and protective effects of Lindera glauca stem (LGS) extracts against oxidative stress. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The researchers compared the antioxidant properties of the water (LGSW) and ethanol (LGSE) extracts of L. glauca by determining the compounds […]

02/07/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Schizandrin A can improve diet-induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Researchers from Pukyong National University and Kyungpook National University in South Korea investigated the effects of schizandrin (SCH) A supplementation on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Their findings appeared in the journal Nutrition Research. SCH A is a lignan found in the fruits of plants from the Schisandra genus. The researchers hypothesized that SCH A would exert […]

02/07/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Health benefits of plants from the genus Corchorus

In this article, researchers from India investigated the biological roles and toxicological limits of the active components of plants from the genus Corchorus. Their findings were published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine. Species from the genus Corchorus are known for their phloem fiber. Their tender leaves are also used by Asian and African folk medicine practitioners for the management of […]

02/03/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers investigate the anti-cancer properties of 14 Passiflora species

Researchers from Brazil evaluated the cytotoxic potential of plants from the genus Passiflora against cancer cells and identified the mechanism underlying the activity of the most promising extract. Their results were published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. Using ethanol as solvent, the researchers obtained extracts from the leaves of 14 Passiflora species through accelerated solvent extraction. They evaluated the […]

01/03/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Flavonols in grape seeds protect against obesity-related inflammation – study

Medicinal plants possess a variety of bioactive compounds that give them their beneficial properties. Among these plant components, phenolic compounds are the most widely studied due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Flavonoids, in particular, are well-known for contributing to the health-promoting benefits of fruits and vegetables. In fact, more than 4,000 flavonoids have been identified in […]

01/02/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

A healthy gut is the first step in getting the most benefits from Chinese ginseng

A healthy digestive system is just as important for overall health as a healthy immune system. In fact, the two are connected. Several studies have shown how the body benefits from having a healthy gut microbiota — the community of microorganisms that live in the human gut. However, the exact role of this microbial community in […]

01/02/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers explore the antibacterial properties of the one-sided bottlebrush herb

Calothamnus quadrifidus is an evergreen shrub that’s native to Western Australia but is also cultivated in Egypt. It is more commonly known by its other name, the one-sided bottlebrush, due to its flowers appearing in clusters on only one side of the stem. C. quadrifidus has many traditional uses, but only a few studies have investigated the biological […]

01/01/2020 / By Ralph Flores

Lay off the aspirin: Research says even “small doses” can cause brain hemorrhage

Taking aspirin, even in low doses, could lead to bleeding inside the skull, according to a report published in JAMA Neurology. Researchers from Taiwan and California investigated the link between low-dose aspirin and intracranial hemorrhage, a type of bleeding that occurs inside the skull. While any form of internal bleeding is considered a medical emergency, intracranial bleeding has a […]

12/31/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Naturally occurring plant carbohydrate in cranberries could help prevent UTI

Cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon) are popular fruits commonly associated with Thanksgiving. They are small, red-colored, and packed with essential nutrients and health benefits. One of the many things cranberries are known for is their ability to prevent urinary tract infections (UTI). Nearly every human study that investigated this has confirmed that drinking cranberry juice helps stop UTI from recurring. But contrary to common […]

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