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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
04/29/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Love apple inhibits proliferation of osteosarcoma cells
In this study, researchers from Nanjing University in China evaluated the potential anti-osteosarcoma effects of Paris polyphylla (love apple) ethanol extracts (PPEE) and investigated the underlying mechanisms. The results of their study, which detailed the anticancer activity of PPEE, were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. P. polyphylla is a medicinal herb used in traditional Chinese […]
04/26/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Review: Galangal essential oil exhibits antimicrobial and nutraceutical properties
In this paper, researchers from the Council of Scientific Research-North East Institute of Science and Technology in India investigated the highly valued medicinal plant Kaempferia galanga, also known as aromatic ginger or galangal. Their review, which was published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research, presented up-to-date information regarding the chemical composition and biological activity of the […]
04/25/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
A wild species of banana native to South Asia found to have powerful antidiabetic properties
Researchers from India studied a wild species of banana (Musa balbisiana Colla) found in South Asia which showed promising antidiabetic properties. M. balbisiana C. or wild banana is an ancestor of cultivated plantains. M. balbisiana C. was found to contain phytochemicals which can work against diabetes. Specifically, extracts from the seeds yielded a phytochemical called alpiforol which showed alpha-glucosidase- and […]
04/25/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Vitamins D, E and zinc significantly boost immune strength among older people
In this paper, two researchers from Chungbuk National University in South Korea and Tufts University in the U.S. focused on zinc, vitamin E, and vitamin D and their roles and impact on immune function and infection in the elderly. They discussed the results of observational studies and interventional clinical trials on the effect of these vitamins, and their […]
04/24/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Delicious medicine: Compounds in chocolate are good for your heart
Chocolates are some of the world’s best-loved sweets. They’re a comfort food for some and a guilty pleasure for others. But no matter how or why you choose to eat chocolates, you should know that they’re doing you more good than just making you feel happy or satisfying your cravings. According to a 2018 study published in The American Journal […]
04/24/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Understanding the link between ketogenic diets and Alzheimer’s disease
In this paper, researchers from the University of Regensburg in Germany summarized the results of preclinical studies and clinical trials which evaluated the efficacy of ketogenic diets in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). The review was published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. AD is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by a decline in cognitive functions. […]
04/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Carvacrol, a compound found in oregano, exhibits powerful antimicrobial properties
Essential oils are commonly used today for aromatherapy. It is a form of alternative medicine that is used to treat mild ailments and improve a person’s emotional well-being. Aside from being aromatic, essential oils also contain compounds that possess antimicrobial properties. One such example is carvacrol, a volatile chemical that can be found in oregano, thyme, […]
04/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Dihydrosterculic acid can boost liver metabolism
In this study, published in the journal Nutrition Research, American researchers tested their hypothesis that increasing polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) intake will increase peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor delta (PPARdelta) expression and activity, and examined the effect of PUFA-enriched oils on muscle PPARdelta expression. One of the oils they tested was cottonseed oil (CSO) which contains dihydrosterculic acid (DHSA), a […]
04/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Herbal mixture shown to alleviate inflammatory skin disorders
In this study, researchers from Kyungpook National University in South Korea evaluated the ability of a combination of five different plants to prevent atopic dermatitis (AD) in vivo and in vitro. The results of their study were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The researchers used Cornus officinalis (Japanese cornelian cherry), Rosa multiflora (multiflora rose), Lespedeza bicolor (shrubby […]
04/22/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Research shows that acupuncture can improve PCOS
Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years. Ancient Chinese practitioners used it to treat a variety of ailments, especially those which caused pain. In the U.S., the rise of holistic treatments has revived the demand for acupuncture. It is currently used to treat multiple conditions ranging from digestive problems to sleep disorders. Now, studies reveal that acupuncture could also be […]
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