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09/19/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Japanese catnip is being studied as a potential alternative treatment for various bone disorders

Osteoclasts are bone cells responsible for the dissolution and absorption of bone tissue. These make them essential for bone formation. However, an excess of activity from these cells can lead to the development of painful and debilitating disorders such as osteoporosis, osteolysis, and Paget’s disease. Available strategies for these conditions are still limited as medical professionals […]

08/02/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

A novel treatment for bone disorders: Japanese catnip

Metabolic bone disorders, such as osteopenia, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis can be treated with the Japanese catnip (Schizonepeta tenuifolia), according to a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Authors of the study found that the ethanolic extract of the medicinal herb from East Asia displays exceptional antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities which contributes to […]

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