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Vepris heterophylla

08/10/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

An African ethnomedicine shows potential in treating hypertension

Hypertension is a dangerous condition that leads to a wide variety of complications. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked into the diuretic and antioxidant properties of Vepris heterophylla, a plant native to Africa, and its potential role as a natural treatment for high blood pressure. Despite the prevalence of […]

07/25/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

The diuretic potential of the Vepris heterophylla

Vepris heterophylla, a plant used in African ethnomedicine as a treatment for cardiovascular disease and malaria, has the potential to treat hypertension, according to a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Specifically, the researchers examine the plant’s antioxidant and diuretic properties. The scientists used aqueous extracts from V. heterophylla. They administered the extract […]

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