All posts tagged with phytochemicals
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-(Natural News) The Arctic root is a plant in the Crassulaceae family that thrives in cold regions. In traditional medicine, it is known as Rhodiola rosea. Rhodiola is used in many natural treatments thanks to its abundance in natural compounds that exhibit medicinal properties. Researchers from China reported that rhodiola has neuroprotective activity after investigating one its most active […]
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-(Natural News) Honey and cinnamon are known superfoods that confer various health benefits. While pure, organic honey is best-known for its antimicrobial, immune-enhancing, and healing properties, cinnamon is highly valued for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, among others. But here’s something else these two can do: When consumed together, honey and cinnamon can help people lose weight. […]
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-(Natural News) Superfoods are pretty much like superhero films these days: Every day, a plant is hailed as the “new” superfood, which has more benefits than most foods in the market. However, most of these plants can’t hold a candle to moringa (Moringa oleifera), a tree whose health benefits have been established since the time of the […]
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-(Natural News) Researchers from Dongguk University Graduate School of Medicine and Pukyong National University in South Korea investigated the neuromodulatory effects of ethanol extracts obtained from the leaves of Calotropis gigantea, a plant with a long history of use in traditional medicine. The results of their study were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. C. gigantea, […]
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-(Natural News) Blueberries are sweet and nutrient-rich superfoods that are low in calories. New research suggests that consuming blueberries regularly can also help lower your blood pressure levels. The study was published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A and conducted by researchers from King’s College London. Blueberries and blood vessel function The researchers used metabolomic and nutrigenomic techniques and found […]
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-(Natural News) Substitutes for white rice are staples of a healthy diet. They come mostly in the form of whole grains, which provide complex carbohydrates like dietary fiber and other nutrients. Classic examples of white rice substitutes are barley, oats, and a nutritious, gluten-free seed called quinoa. Quinoa is considered a superfood that is on par with whole grains in […]
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-(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Taiwan investigated the effects of baicalein on glutamate release and glutamate neurotoxicity in the hippocampus of rats. The results of their research were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Interest in the health benefits of flavonoids, particularly their effects on neurodegenerative disease, is increasing. Baicalein, which was used in […]
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Phytochemistry and anticancer effects of Acanthopanax senticosus, commonly known as Siberian ginseng
-(Natural News) In this review, researchers from Harbin Medical University in China focused on recent findings on the pharmacological properties of Acanthopanax senticosus, a traditional Chinese medicine with a high medicinal value. Their paper was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. A. senticosus, previously known as Eleutherococcus senticosus, is a TCM more commonly known by its […] -
-(Natural News) Berries are known for being nutritious and a rich source of antioxidants. They also contain soluble and insoluble fiber that help control blood sugar and cholesterol levels and promote healthy digestion. In the U.S., blueberries and blackberries are two of the most popular varieties, and they are packed with health benefits. In the northern parts […]
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-(Natural News) In recent years, avocados have become the new favorite fruit of Americans. They are rich in healthy fats and other nutrients that are vital to the normal functions of various bodily processes. Many people enjoy better health by eating avocados. You will get more nutrients and be safer from metabolic syndrome. You will […]
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