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08/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

An ingredient found in a traditional Chinese medicine shown to be effective in treating psoriasis

An ingredient used in traditional Chinese medicine can effectively treat moderate psoriasis, according to a study published in the BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. In their study, researchers from the U.S. and Taiwan examined Indigo naturalis, also known as Qing Dai in Chinese medicine, on whether it was able to address symptoms of psoriasis. In traditional medicine, Indigo naturalis has […]

07/28/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Indigo naturalis documented as a therapy for moderate psoriasis

Indigo naturalis (known as Qing Dai in traditional Chinese medicine) has long been used as a natural treatment for inflammatory conditions, such as psoriasis. In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers in the U.S. and Taiwan looked at the molecular profile of Indigo naturalis treatment and […]

04/01/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Tannins from the miracle tree, a hybrid of the mimosa tree, found to be an effective treatment for many chronic diseases, including cancer

Though it’s known as the “miracle tree,” Leucaena leucocephala hybrid-Rendang is sadly underutilized. This Malaysian amalgam was created by crossing L. leucocephala with L. diversifolia, two plants known for their poor digestibility but impressive condensed tannin content. Also known as proanthocyanidins, condensed tannins are known for their wide array of health benefits. These range from acting […]

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