News & Articles By Ellaine Castillo
01/26/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
New study confirms the anti-diabetic potential of a South African plant
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 30.3 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes. Although lifestyle changes like a healthier diet and increased physical activity can have significant improvements in the condition of diabetic patients, there’s no harm in getting extra help. This is where plants with antidiabetic properties come in. A recent […]
01/24/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
A well-known herbal medicine has been scientifically proven to treat inflammatory skin conditions
The underlying mechanism behind the use of Sanguisorbae Radix as a medicinal herb for the treatment of various inflammatory conditions has been uncovered by researchers from the Korean Institute of Oriental Medicine. The study, which was published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, looked into the effects of Sanguisorbae Radix on stimulated human keratinocyte cells […]
01/24/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
A powerful wound-healing medicine found in a traditional Indian plant
The saying goes, “time heals all wounds,” but for that to happen, a person must attend to it with treatment necessary for it to heal properly. Recently, researchers from Cairo University found a powerful wound-healing medicine in the ammania waterwort (Bergia ammannioides), a plant commonly used in traditional medicine. Wound healing is a very complicated process that […]
01/24/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
Natural treatment for diabetes found in a subtropical plant
Calophyllum brasiliense, which is commonly called Santa Maria, is a plant native to Latin America. This subtropical plant is widely used by practitioners of traditional medicine as a remedy for bronchitis, liver disorders, gastrointestinal diseases, pain, inflammation, high blood pressure, rheumatism, and diabetes. However, most of these folkloric uses of Santa Maria have not been extensively studied. Researchers from the Federal University […]
01/24/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
Does the African mahogany have anticancer properties? Research says it can prevent cancer cell growth without damaging healthy cells
Cancer is still a global cause for concern, despite developments in conventional treatments like chemotherapy. The World Health Organization estimates that the disease will cause more than 9.6 million deaths this year. Given that conventional medications aren’t working out, many healthcare professionals are now looking at medicinal plants to reduce the burden of cancer on patients. […]
01/23/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
An Ayurvedic herbal complex found to be effective in managing osteoarthritis symptoms
Getting older shouldn’t stop people from doing what they love to do. However, older people also have a higher risk for diseases like osteoarthritis that could be disabling. Osteoarthritis should be properly treated to allow the affected individual to go back to doing normal activities. A study, which was published in the Journal of Ayurveda […]
01/22/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
Eating an avocado every day dramatically reduces your risk of metabolic syndrome
Avocado lovers are in for a treat. Researchers from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences in Iran found that eating this delicious superfood daily can significantly reduce a person’s risk of metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a health condition characterized by elevated blood sugar and cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and obesity. People who suffer from this condition […]
01/22/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
New study concludes the usefulness of caffeine in reducing the risk of death for people with chronic kidney disease
Caffeine is one of the most widely used compounds in the world. It can be found not just in your usual cup of coffee but also in tea, soda, and energy drinks. Even though it is consumed by most people, many are still skeptical about its benefits which may vary per individual. Fortunately, there are many studies that […]
01/20/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
This Chinese herb fights off infection by reducing oxidative stress in your body
Researchers from Guangxi University discovered that the Chinese medicinal plant Spatholobus suberectus Dunn can remedy viral infections through its antioxidant properties. Viruses are microorganisms that hijack host cells so that they can reproduce more of themselves. If the virus is pathogenic to the host, it could cause diseases brought about by cellular damage. Viral infections […]
01/18/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo
Study finds that chili peppers and marijuana can help reduce inflammation in the gut
Chili peppers and marijuana might seem like two very different things but a recent study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences shows that these two items have certain similarities. Researchers from the University of Connecticut found that chili peppers and marijuana interact with the same receptors in the stomach that help calm down […]
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