(Natural News) Researchers from China investigated the potential neuroprotective properties of salidroside, a chemical compound found in the plant Rhodiola rosea. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Microglial activation leads to increased production of pro-inflammatory enzymes and cytokines, which is considered to be a key factor in neurodegenerative diseases. Only a […]

(Natural News) Thanks to the rapid legalization of medical marijuana, its treasure trove of cannabinoids are drawing more interest from healthcare professionals. A new study in Washington, D.C. found that more dermatologists are inclined to prescribe cannabinoids for various skin diseases. For thousands of years, the cannabis plant (Cannabis sativa) has served as a source of herbal medicine for various […]

(Natural News) Acupuncture is a type of healing technique that has been shown to relieve pain, including those caused by osteoarthritis. In addition to this, it can also improve gait or mobility in people with osteoarthritis of the knee, according to a study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. In the study, a […]

(Natural News) Medicinal mushrooms, such as chaga, reishi, shiitake, lion’s mane, and cordyceps, are some of the most dynamic healing foods available. Listed below are five health benefits that medicinal mushrooms offer. They increase antioxidant activity: Many mushrooms have high antioxidant properties and neutralize the harmful effects of free radicals. For example, reishi mushroom extracts are reported […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal The American Journal of Chinese Medicine examined the cytotoxicity and the biological mechanisms of red sage (Salvia miltiorrhiza) on diverse resistant and sensitive cancer cell lines. The study was conducted by researchers from the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and the Institute of Biotechnology and Drug Research in Germany. […]

(Natural News) Diets are a dime a dozen. A quick search using the word “diet” is bound to give you endless results. But which of these diets actually give the most benefit, especially when it comes to overall health? Researchers from the Harper Cancer Research Institute in South Bend, Indiana suggests calorie restriction. In their study published […]

(Natural News) Older people are more likely to develop diseases such as osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s disease. These progressive conditions also increase the risk of fracture. To lower the risk, a team of researchers at Midwestern University and Auburn University suggests that older people take resveratrol and exercise regularly. For the study, the researchers looked at […]

(Natural News) Because of the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes, its prevention and management have become a major global public health challenge. A medicinal plant called Korean angelica (Angelica gigas), also known as purple parsnip, shows potential in lowering blood sugar levels and reducing fatty liver in people with Type 2 diabetes. Researchers from Chonbuk National […]

(Natural News) A team of researchers from Germany and China assessed the potential protective effects of Chinese goldthread, scientifically known as Coptis chinensis, against diseases associated with oxidative stress, such as Parkinson’s disease. The team published their findings in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. In traditional Chinese medicine, the rhizome of the Chinese goldthread […]

(Natural News) Sea cucumbers are marine animals that can be found on the sea floor. They are widely used in Asian countries as food or as ingredients of traditional medicine. In an animal study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, a team of researchers from Pusan National University in South Korea found that sea cucumbers can also be used to prevent […]