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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
12/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Compound in lemon verbena may help normalize lipid metabolism in diabetics
Lippia triphylla, commonly known as lemon verbena or lemon beebrush, is a flowering plant native to South America. It was brought by the Spanish and the Portuguese to Europe in the 17th century, where it is cultivated for its lemon-scented oil to this day. The leaves of lemon verbena can retain their odor for years; hence, they are currently […]
12/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Hepatoprotective properties of Plantago asiatica (Chinese plantain)
In this study, researchers at Nanchang University in China investigated the anti-inflammatory activity of Plantago asiatica, also known as Chinese plantain, on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced injury. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. According to previous studies, the polysaccharide obtained from the seeds of P. asiatica promotes the maturation of murine dendritic cells, […]
12/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Acteoside from Lippia triphylla (lemon verbena) regulates liver lipid metabolism
Researchers at Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine explored the effects of Lippia triphylla (lemon verbena) extract and its active component, acteoside (ACT), on abnormal liver lipid metabolism. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. Diabetes is chronic disease that’s linked to triglyceride metabolism disorder, an etiological factor in fatty liver […]
12/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers identify the compounds responsible for Anacardium occidentale’s (cashew) anti-asthma effects
Researchers from Nigeria investigated the bioactive constituents of Anacardium occidentale, also known as cashew, and evaluated its effects on histamine-induced paw edema and bronchoconstriction. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Integrative Medicine. The leaves of A. occidentale have long been used for the treatment of inflammation and asthma, but the bioactive […]
12/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluating the safety and efficacy of Zataria multiflora (Shirazi thyme) as cough medicine
In this review, a researchers from Iran evaluated the potency of Zataria multiflora, also known as Shirazi thyme, as an alternative medicine for the management of acute cough. This article appeared in the Journal of Integrative Medicine. Cough is a defensive reflux mechanism that facilitates the removal of foreign objects and secretions from the bronchi and bronchioles. […]
12/07/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Can aloe vera help prevent diabetic nephropathy?
Aloe vera is one of the most well-known and widely grown medicinal plants on the planet. A succulent plant native to North Africa, Southern Europe and the Canary Islands, aloe vera is now also cultivated in tropical countries around the world. Aloe vera’s history of use as medicine can be traced back to the time […]
12/01/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Scientists review the effects of DHA and EPA treatments on male infertility
Researchers in Iran and Australia evaluated the effect of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) supplementation on sperm parameters in infertile men. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. The researchers searched in PubMed, Google Scholar and Scopus for relevant literature published between January 1, 1990 and December 20, 2017. […]
12/01/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Probiotic supplementation can alleviate bacterial vaginosis and osteoporosis
Researchers at Kyung Hee University in South Korea examined the effects of probiotics Gardnerella vaginalis (GV)-induced vaginosis and ovariectomy-induced osteoporosis in female mice. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The excessive expression of tumor necrosis factor-a (TNF-a) is known to aggravate bacterial vaginosis (BV) and osteoporosis. To determine if probiotics […]
11/30/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Is Shirazi thyme essential oil effective for managing IBS symptoms?
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that causes abdominal pain or discomfort as well as chronic or recurrent constipation or diarrhea. Between 25 and 45 million Americans suffer from IBS, the majority of which are women. IBS affects the large intestine and is a condition that needs to be managed long term. However, […]
11/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Extracts from garlic, white onion and purple onion exert inhibitory effects against enzymes linked to diabetes and hypertension
Researchers at the Federal University of Technology in Nigeria evaluated the effects of the aqueous extract of garlic, white onion and purple onion on the activity of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), a-amylase and a-glucosidase in vitro. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Spices are used in cooking and serve as […]
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