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03/06/2020 / By Darnel Fernandez

Philippines and Singapore look into COCONUT OIL molecules as potential cures for the coronavirus

Coconut oil has been widely marketed as a superfood that provides a range of health benefits – from improving heart health to boosting brain function. Now, researchers from Singapore and the Philippines are exploring its potential use as a treatment for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global emergency […]

12/22/2019 / By Ethan Huff

Walmart pork found to contain deadly “superbugs” that are resistant to antibiotics

The animal welfare group “World Animal Protection” has published a new study revealing that many of the pork products sold at Walmart stores are contaminated with antibiotic-resistant “superbugs.” Tests conducted by the group, the results of which were published by FoodDive, show that as much as 80 percent of the pork products sold at Walmart […]

12/04/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Natural antibiotic: Research looks at potential of ginger against superbugs

Ginger is a well-known spice often used in Asian cuisine, especially in Indian, Thai, and Chinese cooking. Also known by its scientific name Zingiber officinale, ginger belongs to the same family as other medicinal spices like cardamom and turmeric. In traditional medicine, the root of the ginger plant is used to alleviate digestive problems, relieve nausea and […]

12/01/2019 / By Isabelle Z.

Study: Cranberry extract can help stop antibiotic resistance

If you enjoyed cranberries this Thanksgiving, you might have thought about how good it tastes or debated with relatives about whether the jellied variety is better than the traditional sauce. One thought that probably didn’t enter your mind was how much it can do for your health. Sure, most people know that cranberry juice can […]

05/13/2019 / By Ralph Flores

Exploring the efficacy of rosemary, pomegranate, and misty plume bush against MRSA

Researchers from the State University of Maringa in Brazil have found that rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), pomegranate (Punica granatum), and misty plume bush (Tetradenia riparia) have antibacterial properties, especially against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The study, which appeared in the Journal of Herbal Medicine, investigated the efficacy of these plants against planktonic and biofilm cells of S. aureus. To […]

04/07/2019 / By Mike Adams

MEDICAL ALERT: Hospitals are releasing deadly superbug fungi into the open air, “colonizing” the population with dangerous pathogens that have a 41% – 88% fatality rate

Imagine a dystopian science-fiction future where hospital ventilation systems are pumping out a deadly superbug, right into the open atmosphere, where winds carry it to local communities and farms, infecting crops and foods with chemical-resistant fungal strains that have a reported 41% – 88% fatality rate in humans. And imagine the CDC knew about it, […]

03/27/2019 / By Isabelle Z.

WHO says we should stop giving antibiotics to healthy animals as rates of antibiotic resistance continue to soar

The problem of antibiotic resistance has gained a lot of international attention in recent years, with doctors and patients alike growing more aware of the need to curb unnecessary antibiotic use. However, even if everybody does their part, there’s another very big factor that should not be overlooked: Around 80 percent of the antibiotics around […]

11/15/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Garlic the master medicine: Scientists find a compound in the herb that can destroy resistant bacteria

Some say garlic elevates savory dishes, while others avoid it like the plague. However, if you tend to shy away from eating garlic, you might want to think twice as studies show it works remarkably well at killing resistant bacteria and fighting chronic infections. Closely related to vegetables with pronounced flavors like onions, chives, shallots […]

10/24/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Date palm pollen and seeds found to effectively stop antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria: Study

The date palm is well-known because of its fruit, mainly. The sweet, edible fruit is a staple in Middle Eastern dishes and even beyond. If the results of a recently published study are any indication, the tree may soon be recognized for its possible health benefits. In the paper Studies on chemical composition and antimicrobial activities […]

10/14/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Research indicates that turmeric may help mitigate the growth of MRSA superbugs

One of the scariest health problems that the world is facing today is the explosion of antibiotic-resistant superbugs like methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA. These bacteria can cause infections, pneumonia, and other problems. When left unchecked – which is often the case because it’s notoriously difficult to treat – it can lead to sepsis and […]

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