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11/30/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Aloe vera found to be more effective against diabetic complications than conventional medicine
In this study, Indian researchers investigated the effect of aloe vera treatment in rats with diabetic nephropathy. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Diabetes-induced hyperlipidemia and oxidative stress are implicated in the pathogenesis of diabetic nephropathy. Meanwhile, aloe vera (300 mg/kg), when taken orally, has been found to have […]
11/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Extracts from garlic, white onion and purple onion exert inhibitory effects against enzymes linked to diabetes and hypertension
Researchers at the Federal University of Technology in Nigeria evaluated the effects of the aqueous extract of garlic, white onion and purple onion on the activity of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), a-amylase and a-glucosidase in vitro. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Spices are used in cooking and serve as […]
11/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Understanding the use of Zataria multiflora essential oil for the treatment of IBS
In this study, a researcher from Iran evaluated the efficacy of the essential oil of Zataria multiflora, also known as Shirazi thyme, in the management of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). The review was published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. IBS is the most common chronic functional gastrointestinal disorder in the world. It is categorized as either IBS-C […]
11/26/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Compounds in celery found to reduce cholesterol and prevent tumor growth in animal study
The Apiaceae (umbellifers) family consists of mostly edible, flowering and aromatic plants, such as carrots, parsley, anise, coriander, Queen Anne’s lace, parsnip and celery. They are some of the most extensively studied edible plants on the planet because of their abundance of medicinal components, which give them various beneficial properties. Celery, for instance, contains apigenin, a compound that […]
11/26/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of Cassia singueana
In this study, researchers in Nigeria investigated the phytochemical composition of the root bark of Cassia singueana (African cassia tree) and their reported analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. C. singueana is used in ethnomedicine for the management of pain and other ailments. To evaluate its biological properties, the […]
11/26/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the cardioprotective properties of lactoferrin
In this study, researchers at Soochow University in China investigated the effects of lactoferrin (LF) supplementation on atherosclerosis. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. LF is a multifunctional glycoprotein in milk with beneficial effects on lipid metabolism. However, whether LF can inhibit the development of atherosclerosis is yet […]
11/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Curcumin found to have protective effects against renal fibrosis
Chinese researchers investigated the anti-fibrotic effects of curcumin on epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) induced by transforming growth factor-B1 (TGF-B1), as well as the mechanism by which it influences the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K)/Akt pathway. Their findings were published in the journal Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin. According to animal studies, curcumin has protective effects against the development of renal fibrosis. However, […]
11/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluating the anti-tumor and anti-hyperlipidemic effects of Apium graveolens (celery) extracts
Researchers from India explored the antihyperlipidemic and anti-tumor properties of the ethanolic extract and phytochemicals derived from Apium graveolens, commonly known as celery, in rodents. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Chromatographic analysis of the seeds of A. graveolens shows that they contain coumarin derivatives like seselin, methoxsalen and 3H-isobenzofuran-1-one. To […]
11/20/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Immunity developed from previous infection with endemic coronaviruses reduces COVID-19 severity – study
Previous infection with other coronaviruses may lessen the severity of COVID-19, reports a new study. Researchers at Boston University found that owing to genetic similarities with the SARS-CoV-2, prior exposure to other coronaviruses primes the immune system to mount a better response to the virus responsible for COVID-19. Although this doesn’t prevent people from contracting COVID-19, it does lessen the severity […]
11/19/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Rosa damascena hydrosol found to reduce the pathogenicity of microbes and inhibit skin inflammation
Researchers at Teikyo University in Japan investigated the effects of Damask rose (Rosa damascena) water on the growth of Candida albicans and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and on the function of neutrophils, which are key regulators of inflammatory reactions. They reported their findings in an article published in Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin. Hydrosol prepared from the flowers of R. damascena is traditionally […]
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