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02/13/2020 / By Ralph Flores

Wow, that’s tart: Research shows astringency or dryness in red wine is linked to tannins and interactions with saliva

Nothing says “sophistication” better than a glass of red wine. In fact, people who know their wine can easily tell you which foods go well with dry wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, and which ones are perfect for fruity reds like Pinot Noir. But what makes a wine “dry”? A recent study found that the perception of dryness is influenced by […]

10/30/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Polyphenols: They give green tea its anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory properties

Obesity rates continue to increase globally, so researchers continue to find ways to minimize the risk and fight this epidemic. Researchers from Ohio State University found that polyphenols in green tea have anti-inflammatory properties and may lower the risk of obesity in mice. The researchers examined how green tea prevent weight gain or obesity. Obesity not only affects […]

10/20/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Dark chocolate can help improve bone growth in teens, says study

Interest in dark chocolate as a health food has grown in recent years. Studies have emerged confirming the positive effects of eating dark chocolate on blood pressure, cholesterol levels, brain function, and other areas. Due to its rise in popularity, researchers from Canada and the U.S. investigated the effects of dark chocolate consumption on bone health, particularly […]

10/01/2019 / By Melissa Smith

The bush apple tree found to have neuroprotective properties that could be used as an intervention against neurodegenerative diseases

A person’s brain health declines as he ages. In particular, neurons — building blocks of the nervous system — die or become damaged. As a result, his risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease increases. Fortunately, he can protect himself from neurodegenerative diseases with the help of natural medicines like the bush apple […]

09/16/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Mulberry: A tiny fruit with great anti-diabetes potential

Mulberry is a flowering, fruit-bearing plant that belongs to the genus Morus. There are about 10 or more species of mulberries cultivated in various regions around the world. The mulberry plant (or tree) is known for having several medicinal parts. These parts have been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various diseases, most notably diabetes. […]

09/11/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers reveal optimal conditions for extracting antioxidants from rosemary; suggest ultrasound extraction method

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a widely known medicinal herb and fragrant spice. Its leaves have antioxidant properties and are the only accepted food antioxidants in Europe today. Because of their application, the extraction of antioxidant compounds known as polyphenols from rosemary leaves is important not only for the food industry, but also for research and development […]

07/25/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Optimization of methods used to extract polyphenols from dried rosemary leaves

In this study, researchers from the Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research and Islamic Azad University in Iran optimized conditions used in heat- and ultrasound-assisted extraction of polyphenols from rosemary leaves through response surface methodology. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Food Processing and Preservation. Rosemary leaves are known to have antioxidant […]

07/24/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Consumption of polyphenol-rich tropical grape juice found to increase antioxidants in plasma and erythrocytes in healthy humans without increasing glucose or uric acid levels

A study published in the journal Nutrition Research examined the effects of acute consumption of organic and conventional juices made from fox grapes (Vitis labrusca L.) on antioxidant biomarkers in healthy people. Researchers from the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil conducted the study. Grape varieties and cultivation conditions influence the bioactive polyphenols in grapes. The […]

07/18/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Extracts of the bush apple tree found to have neuroprotective potential

Researchers from the Federal University of Technology and the Federal Institute of Industrial Research Oshodi in Nigeria and the Federal University of Santa Maria in Brazil looked at the neuroprotective potentials of the extracts of bush apple (Heinsia crinite) leaf in vitro. They published their results in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. The leaves […]

07/10/2019 / By Janine Acero

Review looks at anti-tyrosinase potential of different medicinal herbs

Tyrosinase is an enzyme responsible for the appearance of brown discoloration in fruits and vegetables, as well as age spots and melasma in humans. Researchers from Jadavpur University in India reviewed different medicinal herbs for their anti-tyrosinase potential. Their findings appeared in the Journal of Herbal Medicine. Tyrosinase is a multifunctional, copper-containing enzyme responsible for […]

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