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News & Articles By Ralph Flores
06/07/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Traditional herbal medicines found to be just as, if not more, effective in treating various infections than chemical drugs
A recent study from Pakistan revealed the therapeutic potential of three plants commonly used in traditional medicine in the region. In a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the team from the University of Malakand identified Eryngium caeruleum (eryngo), Notholirion thomsonianum (rosy Himalayan lily), and Allium consanguineum (dunna) to have potent antibacterial and antifungal properties. The researchers […]
06/06/2019
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By Ralph Flores
TCM niu bang zi Traditional Chinese Medicine herb proven to be a powerful anti-cancer agent
The greater burdock (Arctium lappa) is a popular medicinal plant used in traditional Chinese medicine. Its fruit, known as niu bang zi, is especially well-known: It is used to treat multiple ailments, such as boils, acute tonsillitis, abscesses, and constipation. According to researchers at Wonkwang University in South Korea, the fruit can potentially be used as an anticancer agent. In their study published in The American Journal […]
06/05/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Traditional Chinese exercises improve limb functions in stroke patients
Patients who suffered from a stroke often find themselves in a debilitating state afterward, especially when it comes to mobility and movement. An article published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice suggests considering traditional Chinese exercises to restore limb function. A stroke happens when blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced, […]
06/04/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Study reveals coconut oil is a better insect repellent compared to DEET, a harmful chemical ingredient
A recent U.S. Department of Agriculture study revealed that compounds in coconut oil could ward off insects better than DEET, the main ingredient in insect repellent products. In the study, which was published in the journal Scientific Reports, scientists from the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service identified coconut oil fatty acids which showed significant repellent properties, especially against disease vectors like […]
05/31/2019
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By Ralph Flores
The anti-methanogenic activities of 8 of the more popular medicinal plants today
A recent study from the journal Animal Production Science suggests using medicinal plant extracts to improve organic matter digestion and reduce methane production. Researchers from the University of Pretoria in South Africa led the study. Earlier studies have shown that certain medicinal plants can manipulate the rumen microbial system, which can reduce methane emissions. For the study, […]
05/21/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Exercising regularly and consuming more protein can help prevent muscle loss due to aging, reveals study
A review led by researchers from Drexel University in Philadelphia looked at how dietary protein intake and regular exercise can reduce the risk of muscle loss in older adults. In their article, which was published in Nutrition Research, they compared current recommendations for dietary protein intake and exercise and proffered their suggestions to improve these, based on a […]
05/21/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Pass the salt(bush): Research uncovers its anticancer, antioxidant, antiparasitic properties
Saltbush, a plant often grown to improve water efficiency in high-salinity soil, can be used as a novel therapy against various diseases, according to a study in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. In their study, researchers from China and Pakistan looked at the efficacy of saltbush and assessed its biological activities. Plants that belong to the Atriplex genus […]
05/21/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Why Chinese cinnamon should be part of your weight loss plans
Cinnamon is more than a popular flavor in food and drink. It has been used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for centuries to treat various illnesses. These days, it’s also gaining interest as a weight loss booster – something that researchers from Dongguk University in South Korea investigated in their study. Their findings, which appeared in The […]
05/20/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Review looks at therapeutic effects of medicinal plants from Ghana
Many developing countries around the world rely heavily on traditional medicine; however, this discipline also varies greatly depending on the region. In this review, researchers from the University of Ghana looked at how medicinal plants are traditionally used in communities. They focused on those living in Apra Hills Sacred Grove in southern Ghana. The researchers looked […]
05/19/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Discover which plants are effective against MRSA superbugs, according to studies
A recent study led by a team from the State University of Maringa in Brazil found that three common garden herbs can be used to fight bacterial infections, especially those caused by the MRSA superbug. Their results, published in the Journal of Herbal Medicines, indicated that rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), pomegranate (Punica granatum), and misty plume bush (Tetradenia riparia) have […]
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