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09/16/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Goji berry extract found to be an effective treatment for two deadly tropical diseases

Goji berries, which are full of nutrients, are a popular remedy. According to a study, the brightly colored berries could also be used to treat two fatal tropical diseases. The research was published in the European Journal of Medical Chemistry. Can goji berries fight the parasites that cause fascioliasis and schistosomiasis? The research centered around a […]

09/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Mangabeira found to have remarkable anti-inflammatory activity

Researchers from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte in Brazil looked at the anti-inflammatory properties and bioactive compounds of the aqueous extract of the fruits of mangabeira (Hancornia speciosa Gomes). In their study, which was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, they suggested that mangabeira could be used to treat inflammatory […]

08/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Flavonoid-rich elderberry provides immune support via a microbial reaction in the gut microbiota

New research adds to the growing body of evidence highlighting the efficacy of elderberries in improving the immune system. These recent conclusions have enabled companies to offer “new avenues of approach” to their consumers and potential customers. In the past few years, there has been a deluge of proof that links polyphenolic ingredients to “improved measures […]

08/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Study: How heart-healthy are guava and yam bean root juices?

Yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus, L.) and guava (Psidium guajava, L.) are two of the most commonly consumed fruits in Thailand. Researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand evaluated the heart health benefits of yam bean root juice and guava fruit juice in their study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The researchers focused […]

04/02/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Herbal and fruit supplement found to be more effective at managing diabetes than metformin drug

Type 2 diabetes can be a tricky illness to manage. In many cases, it is entirely possible to keep it under control with proper diet and regular exercise, and the lack of side effects makes this the most prudent approach for many people. However, others turn to diabetes drugs like Metformin to manage their condition, […]

02/18/2018 / By Janine Acero

Sea buckthorn protects your heart, offers antioxidant health benefits

As with most herbs, the sea buckthorn has a variety of beneficial properties that are excellent healing aids. One study, published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, explored the medicinal value of this herb, particularly its essential oil, and found that it has strong antioxidant properties that may protect the heart from cardiovascular disorders. Despite its name, the […]

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