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03/11/2022
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By Ralph Flores
Can this popular vegetable in Nigerian cuisine protect the liver from oxidative damage?
Scientists from the University of Port Harcourt in Nigeria found that editan (Lasianthera africana), a shrub native to central Africa, may protect the liver from antibiotic-induced damage. In their report, which appeared in the Journal of Integrative Medicine, the team examined whether editan leaves can protect the liver from oxidative damage in vivo. Editan is a staple […]
02/01/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers identify compound in bitter melon that can lower blood sugar effectively
Momordica charantia, or bitter melon, is a tropical vine whose fruit is commonly used in Asian cuisine. Despite its strong, bitter taste, many people still choose to eat this unusual vegetable because of its many health benefits. One of the best-known properties of bitter melon is its ability to lower blood sugar levels. This has been demonstrated in numerous studies and […]
12/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Compounds from two Nigerian vegetables found to inhibit enzymes implicated in neurodegenerative diseases
Neurodegenerative disease is a term used for conditions that affect the function of neurons in the human brain. Unlike other cells in the body, neurons, or nerve cells, are incapable of cell reproduction. Once neurons are injured, degenerate or die, the body cannot replace them with new ones. This is why neurodegenerative diseases are debilitating and very […]
12/23/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Alkaloids from Lasianthera africana and Gongronema latifolium found to prevent neurodegeneration
In this study, researchers at the Federal University of Technology Akure in Nigeria investigated the in vitro modulatory effect of alkaloids obtained from two commonly consumed vegetables in southern Nigeria. Their findings were published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Plants produce alkaloids as part of their defense mechanism against herbivores. Alkaloids are known to have […]
11/26/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Compounds in celery found to reduce cholesterol and prevent tumor growth in animal study
The Apiaceae (umbellifers) family consists of mostly edible, flowering and aromatic plants, such as carrots, parsley, anise, coriander, Queen Anne’s lace, parsnip and celery. They are some of the most extensively studied edible plants on the planet because of their abundance of medicinal components, which give them various beneficial properties. Celery, for instance, contains apigenin, a compound that […]
11/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluating the anti-tumor and anti-hyperlipidemic effects of Apium graveolens (celery) extracts
Researchers from India explored the antihyperlipidemic and anti-tumor properties of the ethanolic extract and phytochemicals derived from Apium graveolens, commonly known as celery, in rodents. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Chromatographic analysis of the seeds of A. graveolens shows that they contain coumarin derivatives like seselin, methoxsalen and 3H-isobenzofuran-1-one. To […]
08/10/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Better than meds: Study finds cabbage juice contains compounds that promote stomach health and treat peptic ulcers
Research by Dr. Garnett Cheney of Stanford University School of Medicine shows that treating peptic ulcers with cabbage juice promotes faster healing than conventional medical treatments. As early as 1950, Cheney has been conducting studies on cabbage juice to explore its potential as a natural treatment for peptic ulcers. He discovered that a certain compound in cabbage, which he dubbed […]
07/17/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Get rid of gas and bloating with these expert-approved health hacks
Following a healthy diet is associated with many benefits, such as promoting weight loss and improving your overall well-being. But a healthy diet may have several unexpected side effects. If you’re experiencing digestive issues, try making dietary changes such as replacing garlic with ginger to address symptoms like gas and bloating. What causes digestive issues? […]
07/01/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
This ethnomedicinal fern from Nepal is rich in antioxidants and essential nutrients
Tectaria coadunate is a species of fern that has attracted scientific interest in recent years. Also known by its local name, kali niyuro, it is a commonly consumed, nutritious vegetable in Nepal. Quite a few studies have been conducted on this edible medicinal plant, owing to its wide ethnomedicinal usage. Investigations into its biological properties have revealed that T. coadunate has strong […]
06/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study finds that Caesalpinia mimosoides (mimosa thorn) exhibits antioxidant properties
The plant Caesalpinia mimosoides, commonly known as mimosa thorn, is a prickly climbing shrub that belongs to the Leguminosae, or legume family. Its leaves are considered a vegetable in Thailand, while its other parts are used in traditional folk medicine in India. According to studies, mimosa thorn has plenty of beneficial properties, which include anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and antimicrobial activities. This is why mimosa […]
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