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News & Articles By Ralph Flores
10/05/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Bioactive compounds in pomegranate peel can protect against bacterial infection, says study
Researchers from the U.S. Department of Agriculture have found a novel use for pomegranate peels. In their report, published in the journal Nutrition Research, they revealed that pomegranate peels – considered to be an agricultural waste – have potential antibacterial properties. Phenolic compounds exhibit antimicrobial, antioxidant activity Pomegranates are known for their impressive health benefits, which range from […]
09/29/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Eriobotrya japonica (Japanese plum) found to protect against free fatty acid-induced liver injury
In this study, researchers from South Korea investigated the hepatoprotective properties of Eriobotrya japonica, also known as loquat or Japanese plum, against free fatty acid-induced liver injury. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The researchers exposed HepG2/2E1 cells to ethanol and free fatty acids to stimulate oxidative stress and induce lipid accumulation. Prior to […]
09/29/2021
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By Ralph Flores
The immunomodulatory activity of Echinacea purpurea (purple coneflower) root extract
In this study, researchers from the University of Minnesota looked at the immunomodulatory activities of Echinacea purpurea (purple coneflower). Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Traditional healers have used E. purpurea for years to treat various illnesses. Its health benefits when it comes to the immune system, however, have not been fully explored. The researchers looked at E. purpurea […]
09/28/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Pumpkin seed oil found to reduce hypertension risk in postmenopausal women
An international study by researchers from the U.S. and Iran has found that pumpkin seed oil can potentially reduce the risk of hypertension in women. In their study, published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, the team looked at how supplementing with pumpkin seed oil can impact vascular function in postmenopausal women. Pumpkin seed […]
09/10/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Human glioma (cancer) cells can be destroyed with baicalein flavonoid from Scutellaria baicalensis
In a study, researchers from Qingdao University‘s School of Basic Medicine revealed that baicalein, a flavonoid present in Scutellaria spp., can potentially be used in cancer therapy. The results of their study were published in The American Journal for Chinese Medicine. Baicalein is a natural flavonoid that has exhibited anti-cancer activity. However, the molecular mechanism for this […]
09/07/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Study: Adding pomegranate peels to macaroni may improve antioxidant content, lower cholesterol levels
Pasta often gets a bad rap for being a carb-heavy food. But a recent study shows that fortifying it with pomegranate peels can improve its dietary fiber and antioxidant content. In their report, researchers from Taif University in Saudi Arabia evaluated macaroni fortified with pomegranate peels for nutritional value and taste. Pomegranate peel-fortified macaroni helped reduce cholesterol markers […]
09/06/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Researchers discover a plant that can counteract arsenic toxicity
Researchers have found that Lantana grisebachii, a flowering plant native to South America, can counteract arsenic toxicity. In their report, which was published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, a team of researchers from Brazil and Argentina investigated whether L. grisebachii can protect against arsenic toxicity using an arsenicosis rat model. Arsenic: a dangerously ubiquitous chemical Arsenicosis, or arsenic poisoning, […]
09/02/2021
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By Ralph Flores
The benefits of royal jelly for menopausal women
It turns out, royal jelly isn’t just beneficial for queen bees: A recent study published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice revealed that supplementing with royal jelly can help alleviate menopausal symptoms. In their report, researchers from the Hormozgan University of Medical Science in Iran noted that the severity of menopausal symptoms was significantly lower in […]
09/01/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Determining the optimum formulation of Chinese herbal medicine against Parkinson’s disease
Scientists at Fudan University in Shanghai looked at the effectiveness of Chinese herbs in protecting against Parkinson’s disease. Their findings were published in the Journal of Integrative Medicine. The team sought to determine the ideal formulation of Chinese herbs to create a formula with neuroprotective effects. They used a rotenone-induced model of Parkinson’s disease for the study. […]
08/31/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Pomegranate peel has protective effects against enteropathogenic bacteria
A recent study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture revealed that pomegranate peel extract contains bioactive compounds that have potential antibacterial activity. The study’s findings were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Pomegranate fruit peel is considered an agricultural waste product. However, it is a rich source of polyphenols like punicalins, punicalagins and ellagic acids. Earlier studies […]
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