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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
04/30/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the potential of plant extracts in treating nephrotoxicity and other chronic diseases
Egyptian researchers examined the efficiency of water extracts from edible medicinal plants used to treat kidney stones, against carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)-induced nephrotoxicity. Their study was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The kidneys are essential organs that perform several important functions. Nephrotoxicity is one of the most prevailing kidney complications caused by extrinsic […]
04/30/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers explore the potential of acupuncture in diabetes treatments
Diabetes is a chronic disease that’s now considered a global epidemic. It is one of the fastest growing diseases in the U.S. and ranks seventh in the World Health Organization‘s (WHO) top 10 global causes of deaths. According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), nearly half a billion people worldwide aged 20 to 79 were […]
04/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Icariin can promote repair of articular cartilage defects in vivo
In this study, Chinese researchers developed icariin-conditioned serum (ICS) and determined its ability — when combined with hyaluronic acid (HA) — to repair a critical-sized osteochondral defect in rabbit knees. Their results were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Osteochondral defects are mostly caused by trauma or articular degeneration. Because of articular cartilage’s poor regenerative ability, osteochondral […]
04/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Qiang gan extract alleviates symptoms of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis
Researchers at Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine constructed competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) networks to shed light on potential biomarkers and drug targets of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), as well as the mechanism of action of qiang gan against NASH. Their study was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Thirty-six C57BL/6 mice were randomly divided into three groups: […]
04/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Lemon balm helps improve gut motility, says research
Melissa officinalis, more commonly known as lemon balm, is a culinary herb known for its lemon scent. It belongs to the mint (Lamiaceae) family and is native to Europe, West Asia and South Africa. Besides its many uses in the kitchen, lemon balm is also well-suited for various medicinal purposes. In fact, this herb has long […]
04/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Review looks into the inverse relationship between long-term nut consumption and obesity
In this study, researchers at Iran University of Medical Sciences summarized the findings of prospective studies on the relationship between long-term nut consumption and obesity. This review article was published in the journal Nutrition Research. Nuts contain a variety of nutrients and bioactive compounds that promote metabolic health. However, their high energy density makes them possible contributors to […]
04/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Raspberry fruit extract found to lower weight gain and increase ambulatory activity
Researchers at Rutgers University in New Jersey tested whether phenolic-enriched raspberry extracts, compared with raspberry ketone, can promote resilience toward metabolic alterations caused by an obesity-inducing diet. Their study was published in the journal Nutrition Research. Red raspberries (Rubus idaeus) contain numerous phenolic compounds that provide health benefits. Raspberry ketone (4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone), a flavoring agent, is the […]
04/28/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
A closer look at the role of Traditional Chinese Medicine in both health maintenance and disease prevention
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been around for centuries. This ancient system of medicine involves not only the use of medicinal herbs and formulations, but also of different mind and body practices, such as acupuncture and tai chi. While medicinal herbs are taken orally to address various issues from within, mind and body practices deal […]
04/28/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Rosaceae plant extracts found to neutralize cholera toxin
Polish researchers investigated the ability of five medicinal plants from the Rosaceae family to neutralize the cholera toxin. Their findings were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Cholera is one of the deadliest diarrheal diseases that require new treatments. Agrimonia eupatoria (common agrimony), Fragaria vesca (wild strawberry), Rubus fruticosus (blackberry), R. idaeus (raspberry) and Rosa canina (rose) are plants from […]
04/23/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Red wine and dealcoholized red wine can defeat oral bacteria
Polyphenols are active plant compounds whose health-promoting activities are well-documented by studies. These secondary metabolites are produced by plants to boost their defenses against ultraviolet radiation and pathogens, indicating that they are natural antioxidants and antimicrobials. But these beneficial properties of polyphenols are not only applicable to plants. Multiple studies suggest that these compounds – which are […]
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