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10/07/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Researchers confirm: Boost your brain health and relieve anxiety with curcumin, a natural antidepressant
Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric, an Indian spice commonly added to curries, where it lends its yellow color. Beyond its color, however, curcumin is also responsible for a majority of its health benefits. The use of turmeric for medicinal purposes is nothing new. It’s a mainstay in both Indian and Chinese cultures in folk medicine for various ailments. […]
05/23/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Review looks at the ethnobotanical properties of certain plants in Ghana
For a lot of people in the U.S. and other highly developed nations, access to conventional medicine is a non-issue. Other areas around the world, however, don’t have that access, which is why they rely on more traditional forms of medicine, particularly people from developing countries. A review led by the University of Ghana investigated how local […]
03/11/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Cranberries offer an excellent way to boost your health, say nutrition researchers
If you are often having problems with your urinary system, you should consider eating cranberries on a regular basis. The fruit contains phytochemicals that can prevent harmful bacteria from causing urinary tract infection. Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (Rutgers NJAES) researcher Amy Howell explained that cranberries occupies an important place in the pharmacopoeia of […]
11/17/2018
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By Rhonda Johansson
Why are many scientists calling the Burmese grape the next superfood?
During the Hindu festival of Rathayatra, also referred to as the Chariot festival, one of the main highlights of the procession is when devotees offer Burmese grapes in tribute to their deity Jagannath (which literally means “Lord of the Universe”) as a symbol of abundance, luck, and fortune. Modern research, however, has found that the yellow-to-orange […]
09/27/2018
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By Vicki Batts
Barberry juice found to reduce cardiovascular disease risk in diabetic patients
Move over goji berries, the time to recognize the healing powers of the barberry has come. Barberries, which look similar to goji berries, are a nutrient powerhouse all their own, and scientists are just beginning to understand the full scope of what these little berries can do. For people with diabetes, the protective benefits of […]
09/06/2018
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By Rhonda Johansson
Often called the “king of medicine,” the myrobalan can help overweight people improve their joint function
The myrobalan is known in history as “Buddha’s chosen herb,” primarily because of its multiple therapeutic uses. The tropical fruit, which is native to South Asia, has been an ingredient in both Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine. In a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers have validated the usefulness of myrobalan in improving […]
06/01/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Burdock: The nutrients, medicinal uses and history of this worldwide weed
In today’s world, where buzzwords rule and people are always looking for the next best superfood, it’s a shame that they’ve overlooked a potential candidate growing right in their lawns. While most consider the burdock as a perennial pest, it’s actually a nutrient-dense plant that offers a lot by way of health-giving benefits. The burdock […]
04/22/2018
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By Jessica Dolores
Cure your depression by making these simple dietary changes
The sun is out. The birds are singing. The flowers are blooming. So you can’t explain why you’re feeling low. Something just isn’t right. It could be the food you’re eating. May Simpkin, a leading nutritionist in the United Kingdom, says people who consume a lot of processed foods and sugar are more prone to […]
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