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11/08/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Drink your way back to health: Ginger-based kombucha found to treat breast cancer
A study has found that ginger-based kombucha could potentially treat breast cancer. For this study, the team investigated the effects of fermented tea using an animal model. Cancer cells have many distinct characteristics, and one of them is an abnormal metabolism. For example, aerobic respiration at the invasive stage creates more reactive oxygen species (ROS). […]
11/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Molds in food supplies are thought to be responsible for thousands of cases of liver cancer, immune suppression in children
Mycotoxins, the toxic substances produced by fungi, are one of the most serious food safety problems that affect staple crops. Aflatoxins, the focus of this research, has been extensively studied and it is responsible for a whopping 90,000 cases of liver cancer annually. For this study, researchers looked into aflatoxins to determine how agricultural research can lead to […]
11/06/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Eat more lychees for a stronger gut
According to a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, Litchi chinensis (lychees) may help prevent and treat gastroesophageal inflammatory diseases. The authors posit that the fruit can cure conditions such as acute reflux esophagitis (RE) and gastric ulcer (GU). L. chinensis contains a polyphenol called oligonol, which is produced by an oligomerization process that turns high-molecular-weight polyphenol polymers […]
10/23/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Eat more bitter melon to improve your health
Research has revealed that bitter melon (Momordica charantia) a vine that produces a strange-looking fruit with an even stranger flavor, may help treat cancer and inflammation. The study, which was published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines, analyzed the anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties of bitter melon. Bitter melon, also known as bitter gourd, is a vine […]
10/21/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Regarded as a sacred tree in India, amla may hold the key to preventing obesity
The amla (Emblica officinalis) tree is worshiped in India because it provides a vitamin C-rich fruit that can help boost overall health. Based on data from a study, amla could also be used to prevent obesity. For the study, which was published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine, a team of researchers used a rat model to […]
10/16/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Compound found in brown algae and sea cucumber found to inhibit formation of skin cancer and promote cancer cell death
Aside from being used in Asian cuisine, scientists have discovered that brown algae and sea cucumber contain fucoidan (sulfated polysaccharide) that can inhibit cancer cell growth and tyrosinase in in vitro studies. The group of researchers from China believes that the findings on the “effect of fucoidan on B16 murine melanoma cells” can be used […]
10/16/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Amla can help prevent obesity
According to a study published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine, Emblica officinalis Gaertn. (amla or Indian gooseberry) can be used to help prevent obesity. The researchers tested the fruit’s anti-obesity properties using a rat model. E. officinalis, which belongs to the family Phyllanthaceae, is usually called amla or Indian gooseberry. In traditional Indian medicine, healers use E. officinalis […]
10/11/2018
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By Zoey Sky
The myrobalan holds extraordinary healing powers
A study published in the journal called Free Radicals and Antioxidants reported that a fruit called Terminalia chebula (myrobalan) has potent antioxidant and antibacterial properties. According to the authors, T. chebula can be used as a natural source of antioxidants and antimicrobials that can treat certain diseases. Free radicals, which can cause various illnesses, often cause damage to different biomolecules […]
10/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Adding amaranth leaf powder to maize snacks improves their nutritional profile
It’s no secret that maize (Zea mays) – more commonly known as corn – is a popular vegetable, thanks to it being a versatile and nutritious grain. Maize is often used in various sweet or savory dishes such as cornbread or salads. However, a study revealed that adding amaranth (Amaranthus cruentus) to maize snacks can help boost its nutrient content. […]
10/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Charcoal-enriched soil improves maize yield
Adding biochar to farm soil can help boost maize yield, according to research. The study, which was published in the European Journal of Agronomy, showed that the addition of biochar to Belgian farm soil was linked to a considerable increase in maize/corn (Zea mays) yield. The study authors explained that historical charcoal, or biochar, can boost maize yield […]
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