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09/24/2018 / By Edsel Cook

The “silk worm” enzyme works better at treating pain than steroids

The next time you are suffering from pain and swelling after getting your wisdom tooth extracted, try taking serrapeptase. In a new analysis of existing clinical trials, this silkworm-derived enzyme reportedly achieved better results than corticosteroids in terms of relieving pain and swelling, an article in GreenMedInfo stated. Serrapeptase is a natural enzyme produced by symbiotic bacteria inside […]

08/14/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Unexpected discovery could pave the way to more efficient biofuels and bioproducts

An ordinary yet important enzyme might be the key to unlocking even more riches out of plants. In an article on News Wise, Tennessee-based researchers announced that the 5-enolpyruvylshikimate 3-phosphate (EPSP) synthase could make it much easier to turn plants into valuable biofuels and bioproducts. Amino acids are vital for both plants and the organisms […]

07/25/2018 / By Zoey Sky

More really is better: 10 portions of fruits and vegetables DRAMATICALLY lowers your risk of premature death

A diet full of fruits and vegetables is good for your overall health, but according to a study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, consuming at least 10 servings of organic produce daily can help your body fight off diseases. The study, spearheaded by researchers from the Imperial College in London, suggested that eating at least […]

07/02/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Our first line of defense against bacteria includes white blood cells, which use chlorine bleach-like substance to douse invaders

Our cells are just like us in a way: They disinfect harmful pathogens in the same manner we do. In a study led by researchers from Ruhr-Universität Bochum in Germany, it was discovered that certain white blood cells engulf harmful bacteria then shower it with a mixture that includes, of all ingredients, bleach. This oxidizes the proteins […]

07/02/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Attenuating liver intoxication induced by acetaminophen with extract of Dicranopteris linearis

A Malaysian research team reported on the hepatoprotective activity of a methanolic extract derived from the common fern Dicranopteris linearis. They reported that the extract protected the liver of mice and rats against toxic levels of acetaminophen (APAP). The Universiti Putra Malaysia sponsored the study, whose findings were presented in the scientific journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. […]

05/25/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Enzyme discovery enables production of renewable biofuel; could replace petroleum-based gasoline additive

At a time when population growth is making sources of energy more limited, looking for alternate sources of renewable energy is as important as ever. The discovery of a new enzyme that enables the microbial production of a renewable option to petroleum-based toluene, a popular octane booster in gasoline, is, therefore, welcome news. This also […]

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