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03/06/2020 / By Franz Walker

Study finds tart cherry helps minimize joint pain and muscle soreness in women with breast cancer

Women suffering from the side effects of breast cancer therapy will soon have a new, tasty way to deal with their pains. Clinical trials conducted by researchers at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center have demonstrated that tart cherries can help alleviate the joint pain and muscle soreness […]

01/28/2020 / By Grace Olson

Increasing vitamin C intake can reduce hip fracture risk by 44 percent: Study

When it comes to healthy bones, people often look to calcium and vitamin D. However, experts suggest adding an unlikely vitamin to the mix: vitamin C. In a recent study published in Osteoporosis International, a team of researchers from Tufts University, Harvard Medical School and the Boston University School of Public Health revealed that taking vitamin C can potentially reduce the likelihood […]

10/07/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Lemongrass is known for its many health benefits – anxiety relief is now one of them

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon) is a popular herb used for cooking and various medicinal purposes. In traditional medicine, this aromatic plant is known as a remedy for stomach problems, joint pain, the common cold, fever, as well as other conditions. Today, lemongrass is commonly associated with herbal teas that help heal the body, boost immunity, and promote good sleep. Its […]

10/02/2019 / By Grace Olson

Positive outcomes of bioactive ingredients in functional food used for treating chronic diseases

Researchers from Wuhan Sports University in China listed the potential health benefits of certain bioactive compounds in functional food. The study was published in Food Science and Human Wellness. Functional foods are either natural or processed foods infused with bioactive compounds. Bioactive compounds are ingredients which not only has nutritional value but also play a role in the prevention […]

06/12/2019 / By Lance D Johnson

Natural remedy for arthritis pain? Women who drink cranberry juice experience reduced joint pain

Rheumatoid arthritis affects more than two million people in the U.S. and approximately 400,000 in the United Kingdom. Rheumatoid arthritis is known as an autoimmune condition, whereas the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing inflammation and joint pain. The inflammatory condition typically affects females and can be felt in the hands, feet, wrists, and […]

06/04/2019 / 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 […]

05/23/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Could galangal be the next functional superfood?

Kaempferia galanga, also known as aromatic ginger or galangal, is a highly valued medicinal plant that is also cultivated as a spice in some tropical countries, such as India and Malaysia. K. galanga belongs to the ginger family Zingiberaceae and is one of the most important plants in the industry due to its many applications. Recently, researchers […]

05/23/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

CoQ10 found to reverse the effects of fatty liver disease

Coenzyme Q10, also referred to as CoQ10, is a potent antioxidant naturally produced by the body. According to studies, CoQ10 supplementation is effective in addressing various health problems, such as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). It can also help reverse the effects of NAFLD. NAFLD is a group of conditions characterized by liver fat buildup, inflammation, […]

05/21/2019 / 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 […]

05/09/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Turmeric is a better and safer way to treat spinal cord injury than conventional drugs

Patients afflicted with spinal cord injuries (SCI) can finally have an alternative means of relieving their chronic pain without resorting to surgery or pharmaceutical drugs. Instead of undergoing an expensive operation or taking toxic corticosteroids, they can get effective pain relief from curcumin, the primary bioactive compound of the popular Indian spice turmeric. Researchers from the medical centers of […]

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