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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
09/25/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Polydatin, a precursor of resveratrol, may help prevent heart disease
Resveratrol is a polyphenolic plant compound known for its antioxidant activities. It is commonly found in the skin of red grapes and used as a supplement due to its health benefits. Aside from lowering blood pressure, resveratrol is also praised for its ability to protect brain function and lower bad cholesterol (LDL) levels. In a recent study […]
09/24/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Poria mushrooms are used in TCM to regulate energy metabolism and alleviate cold deficiency syndrome
Poria mushrooms (Poria cocos), also known as fuling in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has long been used as a diuretic, tonic, and sedative in both Chinese and Japanese medicines. Today, it is known to treat a wide variety of diseases, ranging from coughs and diarrhea to loss of memory (amnesia) and Alzheimer’s disease. In a […]
09/24/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Lemongrass has anxiolytic effects, finds study based on experimental anxiety model
In this study, researchers from The Federal University of Sergipe in Brazil evaluated the potential anxiolytic effect of lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) aroma in healthy volunteers subjected to an anxiety-inducing situation. The results of their study were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. The researchers recruited 40 male volunteers for their study and divided them […]
09/24/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Picralima nitida seed extracts possess antioxidant and anti-diabetes properties
In this study, researchers from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria investigated the antioxidant potential of seed extracts obtained from Picralima nitida and their ability to inhibit a-amylase and a-glucosidase. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. P. nitida or akuamma is a medicinal plant native to Africa. For their study, the researchers used three […]
09/20/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Foot reflexology and connective tissue manipulation found to be safe, non-invasive treatments for dysmenorrhea
In this study, researchers from Gaziosmanpasa University in Turkey conducted an interventional correlational study to compare the effects of foot reflexology (FR) and connected tissue manipulation (CTM) on patients with primary dysmenorrhea. The results of their study were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. For this study, the researchers worked with a total […]
09/19/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Korean researchers find that moxa can effectively treat overactive bladder
Moxibustion is an age-old external treatment used in traditional Chinese medicine. It involves the burning of dried herbs like mugwort or wormwood on top of an acupuncture needle or over a layer of ginger or salt placed on the skin. Based on a bibliometric analysis on studies conducted from 1954 to 2007 in China, this […]
09/19/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Plants from the laurel family found to exhibit potent antiviral properties
The genus Litsea is comprised of evergreen or deciduous trees or shrubs that belong to the Lauraceae (laurel) family. It contains about 200 plant species, and some of them have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat traumatic injuries and relieve symptoms of pain. From this genus, Litsea verticillata was the first plant species identified […]
09/18/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
TCM gua sha found to effectively ease chronic lower back pain in the elderly
Gua sha is an alternative therapy used in traditional Chinese medicine to relieve muscle pain and tension. During gua sha treatment, a tool is used to scrape the skin. This action is believed to address the blockage of qi — the root cause of tension in the muscles and joints. Once the free flow of qi or energy […]
09/18/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Traditional Chinese medicine found to prevent and treat liver fibrosis, cirrhosis
Liver fibrosis is a silent condition that only causes symptoms when it progresses to cirrhosis. Fibrosis refers to the buildup of scar tissues caused by chronic inflammation or injury, while cirrhosis means irreversible scarring due to liver conditions or excessive alcohol consumption. The complications associated with liver cirrhosis are severe, hence early treatment and prevention […]
09/16/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Herbal remedies for improving dilation of blood vessels in the brain
Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS) is a rare condition caused by the sudden tightening of blood vessels that supply oxygen to the brain. It is characterized by severe ‘thunderclap’ headaches – with or without neurological symptoms – and in some cases, occasional seizures. RCVS can also lead to ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke. Traditionally, two medicinal plants, […]
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