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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
09/02/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Ginkgo biloba extract demonstrates neuroprotective effects on retinal ganglion cells against hypoxic injury
In this study, South Korean researchers investigated the neuroprotective effects of Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) against hypoxic injury to retinal ganglion cells (RGC) in vitro and in vivo. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Hypoxia-induced oxidative stress and disturbed microvascular circulation are implicated in the pathogenesis of glaucoma. But reports suggest that […]
08/28/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Comparing the effects of piceatannol and resveratrol on factors affecting inflammation, oxidative stress and sirtuins
In this study, South Korean researchers compared the effects of piceatannol (PIC) and resveratrol (RSV) on parameters that affect inflammation, oxidative stress and sirtuins (Sirt). Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. PIC is a natural hydroxylated analog of RSV. It is considered a potential metabolic regulator. The researchers tested the effects of […]
08/06/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
What are the clinical applications of essential oils?
More and more people are starting to use of essential oils in the United States, but the attitudes, experience and beliefs of clinicians toward aromatherapy have not yet been studied. To address this, researchers at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Minnesota conducted a survey to determine how clinicians viewed the use of […]
07/30/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Flavanols in grape seed have potential anti-obesity properties – study
Eating fatty foods is associated with a lot of health problems. Studies show that people on a high-fat diet are more likely to sustain arterial damage, suffer from a heart attack and develop insulin resistance than people who eat healthy. However, according to researchers at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and The Ohio State University, the negative effects […]
07/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Functional foods are healthy, but why?
A recent article published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness discussed the potential of functional foods as a preventive or supplementary therapy for chronic or metabolic diseases. Numerous studies have found that functional foods promoting autophagy — a regulated mechanism that enables the removal of dysfunctional or unnecessary cell components — can prevent or treat chronic diseases, as […]
07/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oils of Etlingera plants are rich in antimicrobial compounds
Plants in the genus Etlingera belong to the ginger (Zingiberaceae) family and are native to the Indo-Pacific region. They have long been used as traditional medicines by indigenous communities and are also known for their culinary applications. Studies suggest that Etlingera plants are rich in biologically active volatile components that contribute to their medicinal properties. Despite […]
07/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The winged-stem passionflower can selectively kill cancer cells, says study
Studies have described several plants that belong to the Passiflora (passionflower) genus as cytotoxic to cancer cells. These plants have also demonstrated impressive anti-tumor or chemopreventive properties. Notable examples include P. edulis (passion fruit), P. ligularis (sweet granadilla), P. incarnata (maypop) and P. tetrandra (New Zealand passionfruit). Because of the rising cancer mortality rate and the increasing number of […]
07/28/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers document anti-cancer potential of plants used in traditional African medicine
Medicinal plants have seen much in use as traditional medicines, especially in developing countries. In Ethiopia, reports suggest that more than 70 percent of the population still relies on traditional medicines and considers them their primary source of healthcare. It is estimated that more than 95 percent of traditional Ethiopian medicines are sourced from medicinal […]
07/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Oral CBD found to reduce the severity of PTSD symptoms
A recent study by American researchers found that oral cannabidiol (CBD) offers significant clinical benefits for patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a mental health condition caused by a traumatic event, such as a serious accident, a natural disaster, war or combat, or violent physical assault. For their study, the researchers examined the effect of oral […]
07/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Acupuncture isn’t just for pain: It helps you sleep better, too
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that affects millions of people around the world. In the U.S., about 30 to 40 percent of adults report experiencing insomnia annually. Many factors are said to contribute to insomnia. These include psychological conditions, such as anxiety or depression, and medical conditions that cause severe pain. Acupuncture is an ancient healing […]
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