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News & Articles By Michael Alexander
02/19/2020
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By Michael Alexander
A step-by-step guide to making homemade tinctures
Plants are known to be potent sources of medicine – they contain health-giving nutrients that help promote and support overall wellness. They can be taken in different ways as well. Some plants, such as ginger (Zingiber officinale) and chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), are often made into teas to help solve problems such as indigestion and insomnia, […]
02/04/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Physiochemical and antimicrobial properties of medicinal plants from Cameroon
Researchers from the University of Dschang in Cameroon investigated the essential oils from native Cameroonian spices in order to determine their composition and to find proof of their perceived antimicrobial and curative properties. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medical Plants Research. The essential oils from Aframomum citratum, Aframomum daniellii, Piper capense and Monodora myristica contain bioactive compounds with antimicrobial and antifungal […]
01/29/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Sun-exposed oyster mushrooms boost TB patients’ vitamin D levels, immune response
Despite the advancements in medication and the increased availability of antimicrobial treatments, tuberculosis (TB) still remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases in low income countries today, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) who noted in its 2019 Global Tuberculosis Report that the disease infected over 10 million people in 2018, of which around 1.5 million died. […]
01/29/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Deep ocean minerals and trace elements can help boost high-intensity running capacity
It turns out that there’s still a lot more to the ocean than just being a source of food. A recent study suggests that it is also a potential source of natural health-improving supplements. In their study, which was published in the journal Marine Drugs, a team of researchers from the University of Derby in […]
01/27/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Researchers explore health benefits of African plants and spices
Spices aren’t just good for adding flavor and kick to your meals: They’re good for treating skin infections too. According to a study in the Journal of Medical Plants Research, several compounds extracted from native Cameroonian spices have been proven effective when it comes to treating skin infections, including those from antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Researchers from the University of Dschang in […]
01/24/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Compounds in broccoli sprouts can help fight gastritis and stomach ulcers: Study
Broccoli (Brassica oleracea) by itself is already chock-full of vitamins and minerals. In fact, this humble vegetable — a member of the cabbage family and a staple in many American households — is so nutrient-dense, it actually provides a little bit of almost every nutrient your body needs. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that it’s quite […]
12/29/2019
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By Michael Alexander
Brush your teeth every day to keep brain disease away: Study links gingivitis bacteria to increased risk of Alzheimer’s
Maintaining good oral health can help slow down the development of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research. In a study published in Science Advances, researchers discovered that Porphyromonas gingivalis, a bacterium that causes chronic periodontitis (gum infection), colonizes the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The toxic substances produced by P. gingivalis — called gingipains — correlate with the levels […]
12/22/2019
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By Michael Alexander
Researchers find that cocoa flavonoids can help improve mobility and quality of life for the elderly
In case you need another reason to love chocolate: Flavonoid-rich cocoa supplements may be linked to improvements in heart health, mobility and overall quality of life for people over the age of 55, according to a new study published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A. In the study, researchers from Mexico and the USA […]
12/12/2019
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By Michael Alexander
Potassium and obesity: Scientists link higher potassium intake to increased weight loss
Those looking to get fit and healthy bodies might have to load up on potassium-rich vegetables and fruits, as new research suggests that increased intake of potassium is linked to weight loss. In a new study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers from Tel Aviv University and Ichilov Hospital in Israel reported that potassium consumption is a previously unrecognized […]
12/08/2019
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By Michael Alexander
Eating blueberries reduces heart disease risk, study confirms
Long considered one of the best superfoods on the planet, blueberries have been found to have another ability up its antioxidant-rich sleeve: the ability to reduce the risk of heart disease. In a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers found that daily consumption of one cup of blueberries for six months improves […]
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