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07/01/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Sulforaphane found to trigger apoptosis in human colon cancer cells
In this study, researchers from China Medical University in Taiwan investigated the anticancer activity of sulforaphane (SFN), a plant compound present in cruciferous vegetables. The results of their study were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. SFN is an isothiocyanate that possesses antitumor and chemopreventive activity. However, previous studies have not yet explored […]
06/25/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the efficacy of poria mushrooms in regulating energy metabolism
In this study, researchers from Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China evaluated the effects of Poria, a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), on the substance and energy metabolism of rats with cold deficiency and heat deficiency syndromes. Their results, which included comparisons between Poria and two other TCMs, were published in the Chinese Journal of […]
06/07/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
A fatty acid found in nuts can boost fat metabolism
Obesity is a serious health problem in many countries. It is a major risk factor for many diseases, including Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. Studies have pointed out the role of dietary fat in the development of obesity, and the importance of reducing fat intake from dietary energy in weight loss. A recent study conducted by researchers […]
06/05/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Hexacosanol derived from barley sprouts helps lower cholesterol
In this study, researchers from Korea University in Seoul investigated the hypocholesterolemic activity of hexacosanol on hepatocytes and high-fat–induced obese mice. The results of their study, which elucidate the mechanism behind hexacosanol’s cholesterol-lowering activity, were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Policosanols are hypocholesterolemic compounds but their mechanism of action is not well-understood. The researchers hypothesized that hexacosanol, […]
06/04/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
More than just a sweet treat, licorice influences the interaction between traditional herbal medicine and chemotherapeutic drug
Shaoyao Gancao decoction (SGD) is a traditional herbal medicine that is used to relieve all kinds of pain. In China and Japan, SGD is used as an adjuvant to chemotherapeutic agents to alleviate their side effects. However, previous studies suggest that the interactions between these two types of medication could also affect their efficacy. Most herb-drug interactions cause […]
06/04/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Apples: Eat them to keep the doctor away – and boost stem cell therapy
There is some truth behind the saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Apples are superfoods, and they are good sources of antioxidants that protect cells from oxidative damage and boost the immune system. They also contain dietary fiber, which is good for digestion and the maintenance of gut microbiota. But there is […]
05/30/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Poor man’s ginseng found to protect against liver damage
Poor man’s ginseng or Gynostemma pentaphyllum is an herb that is native to South East Asia. The ancient Chinese believed that it could prolong life so they called it the “herb of immortality.” But poor man’s ginseng doesn’t just promote longevity, it also treats damaged liver. In a recent study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, […]
05/28/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Can essential oils prolong the shelf life of bread?
Essential oils are commonly used for aromatherapy and pain relief, but due to their wealth of active components, they can also be used for other things. Studies reveal that essential oils are also potent food preservatives. Researchers from Ghent University in Belgium further explored their potential, particularly in the preservation of bread from fungal spoilage. Their review, which […]
05/28/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Reducing glycemic load found to lower diabetes risk in pre-diabetic patients
Researchers from Sun Yat-Sen University in China examined the longitudinal associations between changes in glycemic load (GL) and the incidence of diabetes among pre-diabetic patients. Their results were published in the journal Nutrition Research. According to the researchers, only a few prospective studies that evaluated the association between GL and diabetes have accounted for changes in GL. They […]
05/28/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Dietary cystine essential in regulating mercaptalbumin levels
In this study, researchers from the Kyoto Prefectural University in Japan examined the amino composition of dietary protein to determine if it modulates the oxidized/reduced state of plasma albumin in rats. Their study, which demonstrated the effects of protein quality, was published in the journal Nutrition Research. The quantity of dietary protein influences the oxidized/reduced state of […]
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