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11/15/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Garlic the master medicine: Scientists find a compound in the herb that can destroy resistant bacteria

Some say garlic elevates savory dishes, while others avoid it like the plague. However, if you tend to shy away from eating garlic, you might want to think twice as studies show it works remarkably well at killing resistant bacteria and fighting chronic infections. Closely related to vegetables with pronounced flavors like onions, chives, shallots […]

10/14/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Research indicates that turmeric may help mitigate the growth of MRSA superbugs

One of the scariest health problems that the world is facing today is the explosion of antibiotic-resistant superbugs like methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA. These bacteria can cause infections, pneumonia, and other problems. When left unchecked – which is often the case because it’s notoriously difficult to treat – it can lead to sepsis and […]

10/05/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

A compound produced by bacteria in papayas shows promise as a powerful antibacterial agent

One of the commonly used bacterial species for industrial purposes is Bacillus licheniformis. A specific strain of this species, which was identified and isolated from papayas in Thailand, was shown to produce antimicrobial compounds. For this study, which was published in CyTA – Journal of Food, the antimicrobial compounds produced by the BFP011 strain of […]

10/04/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Science again confirms the efficacy of ancient medicine: The antibacterial properties of honey found to be effective against resistant MRSA

To many, honey is more than just a natural sweetener: it’s a source of valuable medicine. A revered folk cure, honey has been used for a variety of medicinal purposes throughout the centuries, and now, science has confirmed that this tasty food may be all that stands between us and the scourge of antibiotic-resistant infections […]

09/27/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Powerful natural remedies: Essential oils of lemon grass and orange found to kill bacteria with stunning effectiveness

A study by researchers from the University of Ibadan has revealed that essential oils from lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) and orange (Citrus sinensis) have antioxidant and antibacterial properties. possess antioxidant and antibacterial activities. They were able to observe these by looking at the ability of these oils to scavenge free radicals and chelate metals, their phenolic […]

09/16/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Chinese medicine can battle multidrug resistance caused by chemotherapy

Researchers from China have compiled data that reveals the efficacy of Chinese medicines in treating complications from cancer treatment. The findings were published in the Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine. One of the leading causes of failure during cancer chemotherapy treatment is multidrug resistance (MDR). In the study, researchers addressed the need to develop agents to […]

09/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Surfers at higher risk of having antibiotic-resistant E. coli in their digestive tract from swallowing contaminated seawater

According to a new study, dangerous superbug E. coli is spreading among surfers and bodyboarders. Data from the report has revealed that since regular surfers often ingest contaminated seawater, they are more vulnerable than swimmers. The former can swallow as much as 10 times more seawater compared to the latter. Researchers share that surfers and bodyboarders are “three […]

09/14/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Adaptable bacteria: Study shows MRSA adapts to your skin’s environment, increasing its ability to infect

A collaborative effort between scientists at the Interfaculty Institute of Microbiology and Infection Medicine, Tübingen (IMIT) and the German Center for Infection Research (DZIF) unveiled an important mechanism found in the cell wall of the bacterium, Staphylococcus aureus. This discovery shows potential in the development of new treatment options for Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Vancomycin-intermediate […]

08/30/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Fighting antibiotic resistance in space: NASA sent E.coli into space to see how the superbug fares in hostile conditions

We’ve launched nearly everything into space — from coins to recordings, to images of cities, we’ve even sent up dirt and toys. Just when you think that we’ve already launched every conceivable thing into orbit, scientists over the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have launched a bacteria strain in space to see how it would react […]

08/28/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Scientists have found antibiotic-resistant bacteria throughout Germany’s waterways

Earlier in February, a group of German scientists warned locals about the presence of bacteria immune to antibiotics in several lakes, rivers, and streams in the country. According to a report by Northern German Broadcasting (NDR), the deadly pathogens, which are resistant to different kinds of antibiotics, were discovered in 12 locations in the northern German state of Lower Saxony last […]

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