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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
05/22/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Ceylon ironwood is widely known for its durable wood – but what about its antioxidant-rich fruit?
Fruits have long been known to contain antioxidants, which is why they are indispensable parts of a healthy diet. In case you need a refresher, antioxidants are naturally occurring chemicals that get rid of free radicals, which are harmful to our cells. Some of the fruits known to be packed with antioxidants are grapes, strawberries, blueberries, oranges and […]
05/21/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Understanding the physiochemical properties of burnet
In this article, researchers from the Northwest University in China review the advances in botanical, phytochemical, and pharmacological studies conducted on plants from the genus Sanguisorba (burnet). Their review was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. According to the researchers, plants from the genus Sanguisorba have been considered as medicinal ingredients for over 2,000 years. More […]
05/21/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
What is sea buckthorn oil and what are its health benefits?
Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides), also known as the holy fruit of the Himalayas, is a medicinal shrub that grows in many countries in Europe, Central Asia, and East Asia. It is used widely in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine due to its many health benefits. In particular, the oil that can be extracted from its […]
05/16/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Fortifying with olive mill wastewater and pomace extracts can improve oxidative stability of sunflower oil
In this study, researchers from the Abant Izzet Baysal University in Turkey investigated the effects of olive mill wastewater (OMW) and olive pomace (OP) extracts (1 and 2 mg/g), lecithin (L, 1-5 mg/g), and ascorbyl palmitate (AP, 0.2 mg/g) on the oxidative stability of refined sunflower oil (SFO) and its purified triacylglycerols (TAGs) under accelerated oxidation […]
05/13/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Fruit of Ceylon ironwood found to have potent antioxidant properties
The fruit of the evergreen tree Manilkara hexandra Dubard (commonly known as Ceylon ironwood) is not well-studied so researchers from India decided to analyze its chemical components for potential health benefits. The fruit proved to be a good source of flavonoids and phenolic compounds which have antioxidant activity, as shown in their study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. […]
05/11/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Adding beetroot to mayonnaise makes it more nutritious and longer lasting
Mayonnaise is one of the go-to condiments in almost every household. It goes well with salads, meats, and sandwiches, and it is packed with nutrients. It’s no wonder that people want to extend the shelf life of this all-around condiment. Fortunately, researchers from the University of Aberdeen in Scotland found a way to do just […]
05/10/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Mushrooms as medicine? Review looks at health benefits of supplements, nutraceuticals derived from fungus
Mushrooms may be considered by some as vegetables when added to a dish, but in reality, they are not. They are fungi that have been shown to possess medicinal benefits. This is widely known and appreciated by many people, hence the considerable number of studies about mushrooms and the active compounds they contain. Researchers from Nanjing Agricultural University in China decided […]
05/06/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Gac seeds exhibit anti-inflammatory action
In this study, researchers from Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea evaluated the anti-inflammatory effects of saponins extracted from the seeds of gac (Momordica cochinchinensis Spreng), an edible fruit from Southeast Asia valued for its nutritional and medicinal properties. The results of their chemical and biological analyses were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. The […]
05/02/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Autumn olive demonstrates great anti-diabetic potential
A recent study evaluated the antioxidant, enzyme inhibitory, and antidiabetic potential of the fruit Elaeagnus umbellata, also known as Japanese silverberry or autumn olive, which is known to be highly medicinal. The study was done by researchers from the University of Malakand in Pakistan and was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Crude extracts and […]
05/02/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of chicoric acid
This study, which was conducted by researchers from Northwest A&F University in China, compared the protective effects of chicoric acid (CA) and its metabolites, caffeic acid (CFA) and caftaric acid (CTA), on biomolecules against inflammatory responses. Published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness, this study demonstrates the activity and potential of CA and its metabolites […]
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