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03/06/2020 / By Franz Walker

Study finds tart cherry helps minimize joint pain and muscle soreness in women with breast cancer

Women suffering from the side effects of breast cancer therapy will soon have a new, tasty way to deal with their pains. Clinical trials conducted by researchers at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center have demonstrated that tart cherries can help alleviate the joint pain and muscle soreness […]

10/02/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Study reveals eating 2 handfuls of walnuts a day can help prevent breast cancer

Walnuts are known for being one of the most nutritious nuts on the planet. They also happen to be excellent sources of healthy fats and antioxidants, which help fight disease-causing inflammation. Plenty of research has been done on the health benefits of walnuts, and consumption of these tree nuts has been associated with a lower risk of […]

09/17/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Chinese skullcap herb found to kill ovarian cancer cells

Scutellaria baicalensis, also known as Chinese skullcap, is a flowering plant used in traditional Chinese medicine. Its roots have been used since ancient times to treat various conditions, such as inflammation, hypertension, psoriasis, and respiratory infections. S. baicalensis contains many active components, the most widely studied of which are the flavonoids baicalin and baicalein. Baicalin has been shown to have neuroprotective, […]

09/11/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

TCM found to effectively treat recurring urinary tract infections

Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a common health problem anywhere in the world. According to studies, it affects about 150 million people each year. UTI occurs when bacteria get into the urine and make their way to the bladder. The resulting inflammation can cause pain in the lower abdomen and back or a burning sensation. Antibiotics are often prescribed to […]

07/18/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Research says fasting while pregnant affects baby’s growth rate, increases risk of adult-onset disorders

Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) is an irreversible complication of pregnancy that results in poor fetal growth. IUGR is caused by maternal food restriction (FR) or malnutrition, but the mechanisms underlying this condition is not fully understood. In a recent study published in the journal Nutrition Research, a team from the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of […]

07/09/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

So many teas, so little time: Which ones have the most health benefits?

People have been sipping tea since time immemorial. Although the exact origin of this popular drink can no longer be traced, history credits the Chinese for brewing the first ever pot and for discovering its medicinal value. Today, the habit — or trend — of drinking tea is widespread, even in the West. Avid tea […]

07/02/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Formula made using TCM herbs exhibits anticancer effects against metastatic breast cancer

In this study, researchers from The Chinese University of Hong Kong evaluated the anti-tumor, bone-protective, and immunomodulatory effects of an herbal formula consisting of four herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) against metastatic breast cancer. The results of their study were published in the journal Chinese Medicine. The incidence and mortality of cancer metastasis is high. […]

06/24/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

What to eat and what NOT to eat to avoid autoimmune disease and fight chronic inflammation

Inflammation is a normal occurrence in your body. It is your immune system’s response to threats. However, there are cases in which the immune system impartially attacks healthy tissues and organs, thereby leading to autoimmune diseases. About 700 million people around the world suffer from an autoimmune disease, and up to 23.5 million people in the […]

06/13/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Baicalein found to reduce the viability of ovarian cancer cells and induce autophagy

In this study, researchers from the University of Macau investigated the bioactivity of baicalein (BA) isolated from the root of Scutellaria baicalensis or Chinese skullcap against ovarian cancer cells. The results of their study were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. BA is one of the major bioactive compounds present in the root of Chinese […]

02/20/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo

Holy basil contains anti-aging compounds

A study by researchers from Thailand, Taiwan, and Austria has found that holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) contains compounds that help maintain youthful skin. This finding, which was published in the journal Industrial Crops and Products, was based on the potent anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities exhibited by extracts from the herb. There are different methods […]

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