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11/17/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Black mulberry shows potential as a natural anti-acne treatment
Black mulberries (Morus nigra) are known for being rich in antioxidant anthocyanins. A study published in the Pharmacognosy Journal evaluated the potential of black mulberries as an acne treatment based on its antibacterial and antioxidant activity. The researchers macerated black mulberries with ethanol to obtain the fruits’ extract. Using the disk diffusion method, they tested […]
11/16/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Propolis is effective against Candida
Propolis is the material that bees produce and use to build and repair damage to their hive. A study published in the Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine found that propolis has potent antifungal properties against Candida albicans, the fungal pathogen behind yeast infection. The researchers compared the antifungal activity of propolis, Thymus vulgaris, Caryophillium aromaticus, […]
11/15/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
A natural food supplement to treat obesity: Desalted glasswort
People struggling with obesity may depend on the glasswort for aid, according to the authors of a study published in the journal Pharmaceutical Biology, who concluded that the herb has potent antiobesity and antiadipogenic properties. Obesity is a growing problem worldwide. Some sources have taken to calling it the “obesity epidemic,” a moniker that is […]
11/13/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Tomato wastes found to possess high nutritional value
The world produces more than 100 million tons of tomatoes every year, a large percentage of which goes to making tomato-based products. Unfortunately, not all parts of the tomato are used. A study published in the CyTA – Journal of Food evaluates the nutritional content of tomato waste and the possibility of recycling it for […]
11/07/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Blood cancers can be treated safely and naturally with cinnamon
Cinnamon does more than add a pleasant and appetizing aroma to your favorite dishes – it can also help treat certain cancers. A study published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine found that cinnamon has the ability to modify the growth of and kill blood cancer cells. Myeloma is a type of blood cancer. Another […]
11/07/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Moringa is a powerful natural medicine for diabetes
Moringa (Moringa oleifera) has been established to have antidiabetic properties in some studies. A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food investigated the antidiabetic activity of extract taken from moringa grown in Cambodia. An analysis of the ethanolic extract of moringa leaves revealed the presence of flavonoids, polyphenols, lycopene, and beta-carotene. The extract was […]
11/06/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Pomegranates are effective chemotherapeutics with no toxic side effects
Eating fruits is considered one of the ways to obtain the nutrients needed for optimal health and protection from diseases, including cancer. A review published in the journal Pharmacological Research looks into the merits of pomegranates (Punica granatum) in cancer therapy. Pomegranates contain many bioactive components and phytochemicals that possess anticancer effects. Because of its […]
11/05/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Scientists identify a unique unifloral honey from a Moroccan plant used in ancient medicine
A study published in CyTA – Journal of Food sought to identify and characterize the unique traits of the monoflower honey made from the resin spurge (Euphorbia resinifera), a plant known in Africa for its medicinal properties. Honey has been called the food of the gods. In Norse mythology, mead, made from fermented honey, was […]
11/03/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Researchers say that purple corn is a natural aphrodisiac
Aphrodisiacs have been part of human civilization since time immemorial, but it is only with today’s scientific methods that their mechanisms are being studied and revealed. A study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine offers proof of the aphrodisiac activity of purple corn (Zea mays), an ancient crop that serves not only as […]
11/01/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Scientists are attempting to develop more health-friendly meat by replacing fat with naturally occurring sugars
One of the proposed solutions to the growing concern over the effects of processed meat products on human health is to substitute fat with natural sugars like pectin and inulin. A study published in CyTA – Journal of Food determined the optimal percentage of inulin and pectin that can replace fat without affecting the physical […]
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