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03/06/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Animal study reveals that Chinese mulberry demonstrates protective effects against liver injuries caused by oxidative stress

Cudrania tricuspidata, commonly known as Chinese mulberry or mandarin melon berry, is a small, cold-hardy tree that’s been used as a source of food and medicine in China for thousands of years. Today, it is grown in different parts of the world and is known for its red raspberry-like fruits, which ripen in late summer. […]

02/21/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Cudrania tricuspidata extract found to have protective effects against oxidative stress-induced liver injury

South Korean researchers examined the ability of Cudrania tricuspidata leaf extracts (CTEs) to protect against oxidative stress-mediated liver injury in vitro and in vivo. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The fruits, leaves and roots of C. tricuspidata contain large amounts of vitamins B and C and flavonoids. These nutrients allow it to exhibit […]

08/22/2019 / By Janine Acero

Just ONE serving of greens per day helps delay brain aging by over a decade

Aging causes a lot of unwanted health issues, most notably cognitive decline and memory loss. People in their 50s are told that nothing can be done about it. But is decreased brain function really an inevitable part of aging? New research from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago suggests that a simple step can be […]

05/22/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Ceylon ironwood is widely known for its durable wood – but what about its antioxidant-rich fruit?

Fruits have long been known to contain antioxidants, which is why they are indispensable parts of a healthy diet. In case you need a refresher, antioxidants are naturally occurring chemicals that get rid of free radicals, which are harmful to our cells. Some of the fruits known to be packed with antioxidants are grapes, strawberries, blueberries, oranges and […]

05/13/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Fruit of Ceylon ironwood found to have potent antioxidant properties

The fruit of the evergreen tree Manilkara hexandra Dubard (commonly known as Ceylon ironwood) is not well-studied so researchers from India decided to analyze its chemical components for potential health benefits. The fruit proved to be a good source of flavonoids and phenolic compounds which have antioxidant activity, as shown in their study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. […]

05/10/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Beautiful skin, naturally: A unique herbal mixture shows promise in treating inflammatory skin disorders

Medicinal plants are on the rise again, especially as main components of medications used to treat skin disorders. This is due to the unpleasant side effects caused by topical medications such as steroids or oral antihistamines, which are commonly used to treat skin conditions like atopic dermatitis (AD). AD is a chronic, inflammatory disease characterized by […]

04/23/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Herbal mixture shown to alleviate inflammatory skin disorders

In this study, researchers from Kyungpook National University in South Korea evaluated the ability of a combination of five different plants to prevent atopic dermatitis (AD) in vivo and in vitro. The results of their study were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The researchers used Cornus officinalis (Japanese cornelian cherry), Rosa multiflora (multiflora rose), Lespedeza bicolor (shrubby […]

07/23/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

A plant used in Indian traditional medicine shows potential in treating sciatic nerve pain

Alstonia scholaris (Linn.) R. Br., known commonly as saptaparni, has been used in Ayurvedic medicine as a natural treatment for various aches and pains. The authors of a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine determined if these pain-relieving properties offered any benefits to sufferers of neuropathic pain. The researchers gathered 48 […]

07/09/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

How Brazilian propolis prevents metabolic disorders

A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine has found how Brazilian propolis prevents metabolic disorders, such as Type 2 diabetes. Researchers at Rakuno Gakuen University, Aichi Gakuin University, and Asahikawa Medical University aimed to distinguish the immunosuppressive cells directly elicited by propolis extract. They also sought to assess the flavonoids that […]

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