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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
02/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Curcumin enhances bioavailability of green tea flavonoids
Researchers from Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy and Research in India investigated whether curcumin from turmeric can enhance permeability and bioavailability of EGCG for the treatment of hyperlipidemia. Their findings were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Green tea is rich in polyphenols like flavonoids and catechins. Among the main catechins in green […]
02/21/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
What happens to the liver when you drink alcohol? For one, it loses its ability to protect against cancer
Adipokines are cell signaling proteins produced by adipose tissue (fat). These “circulating hormones” facilitate communication between various organs, such as the brain, liver and muscles. Dysregulation of adipokines, which also mediate inflammation, has dire consequences and is associated with serious health problems like obesity, cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes. In a recent study, researchers from the Medical University of […]
02/21/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Cudrania tricuspidata extract found to have protective effects against oxidative stress-induced liver injury
South Korean researchers examined the ability of Cudrania tricuspidata leaf extracts (CTEs) to protect against oxidative stress-mediated liver injury in vitro and in vivo. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The fruits, leaves and roots of C. tricuspidata contain large amounts of vitamins B and C and flavonoids. These nutrients allow it to exhibit […]
02/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers look at the benefits of probiotic supplementation in elderly
Immune function declines with age, and this decline is said to be largely influenced by the composition of a person’s gut microbiota. The gut microbiota protects the digestive system from external pathogens by modulating immune responses. However, aging reduces the diversity of the gut microbiota, and this leads to unfavorable conditions, such as frailty, increased susceptibility to […]
02/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Leftovers from chocolate manufacturing can help manage obesity and lipid disorders: Study
Cocoa (Theobroma cacao) is the main ingredient of chocolate, one of the most popular foods on the planet. The seeds of cocoa, also known as cocoa beans, are the only parts used for the production of chocolate. It is estimated that about nine tons of fresh byproducts — which end up as waste — are generated for each ton of […]
02/13/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Australian researchers mull over dietary guideline improvements
Researchers from Australia, Finland and the U.K. sought to improve dietary guidelines by taking age and sex into account. Their report on a new Dietary Guidelines Index (DGI) was published in the journal Nutrition Research. The researchers believe that measuring diet quality over time is important due to its impact on health. To their knowledge, a […]
02/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Looking at the effects of pumpkin seed extract on men with benign prostatic hyperplasia
In this study, researchers from Austria, Germany and Switzerland investigated the effects of a proprietary oil-free hydroethanolic pumpkin seed extract on the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The majority of men are affected by symptomatic BPH from a certain age. Extracts from medicinal plants are […]
02/11/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the link between cacao byproducts and obesity management
In this study, researchers from the National Polytechnic Institute in Mexico prepared, characterized and analyzed the effects of a nutraceutical made using cacao byproducts on altered cardiometabolic risk markers. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. When making chocolate, only cocoa seeds are used. The other parts and byproducts are discarded, increasing the […]
02/11/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the efficacy of honey for treating bronchial asthma
In this study, an international team of researchers investigated whether honey alone or in combination with other ingredients can treat bronchial asthma. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Bronchial asthma is one of the most common chronic inflammatory diseases. The use of complementary and alternative medicine to treat bronchial asthma is increasing […]
02/11/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the anti-diabetic effects of fucoidan
In this study, researchers from The Catholic University of Korea investigated the effects of fucoidan on lipid accumulation, lipolysis and glucose uptake in 3T3-L1 cells. Their findings were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Fucoidan is a sulfated polysaccharide found in brown seaweed. It has been shown to reduce blood glucose levels and improve insulin sensitivity in […]
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