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03/06/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Animal study reveals that Chinese mulberry demonstrates protective effects against liver injuries caused by oxidative stress

Cudrania tricuspidata, commonly known as Chinese mulberry or mandarin melon berry, is a small, cold-hardy tree that’s been used as a source of food and medicine in China for thousands of years. Today, it is grown in different parts of the world and is known for its red raspberry-like fruits, which ripen in late summer. […]

02/21/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Cudrania tricuspidata extract found to have protective effects against oxidative stress-induced liver injury

South Korean researchers examined the ability of Cudrania tricuspidata leaf extracts (CTEs) to protect against oxidative stress-mediated liver injury in vitro and in vivo. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The fruits, leaves and roots of C. tricuspidata contain large amounts of vitamins B and C and flavonoids. These nutrients allow it to exhibit […]

10/21/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers study the pharmacokinetic properties of a compound derived from red sage

Sodium tanshinone IIA sulfonate is a water-soluble compound derived from tanshinone IIA, the active component of the medicinal plant red sage (Salvia miltiorrhiza). Also known as danshen, this powerful herb has been widely used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat chronic diseases, most notably cerebrovascular diseases and cardiovascular diseases. According to numerous studies, sodium tanshinone IIA […]

10/15/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Thai medicine’s red physic nut, or wild castor, has a history of use fighting inflammation and cancer

Have you heard of the medicinal plant called red physic nut (Baliospermum montanum)? Also known as wild castor, the red physic nut is a leafy stout undershrub plant that grows in the Middle East and Southeast Asia where it is commonly used in traditional medicine. In Thailand, it is used to treat eczema, muscle and joint […]

09/18/2019 / 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 […]

09/17/2019 / By Vicki Batts

Yes, cannabis CAN protect the liver from alcohol-induced damage, but it’s still no reason to binge

Stunning new research has confirmed that cannabis has liver-protective benefits, and can even help prevent alcohol-induced liver damage. However, researchers caution that while cannabis may help keep your liver healthy, alcohol should still be consumed in moderation. While the benefits of cannabis for liver health are incredible, alcohol is still a dangerous drug. While it […]

09/09/2019 / By Janine Acero

Korean red ginseng has anti-inflammatory properties, researchers confirm

Korean researchers studied the anti-inflammatory properties of Panax ginseng C.A. Meyer, commonly known as Korean red ginseng, as a potential treatment for inflammatory symptoms of arthritis, gastritis, and hepatitis. They focused on ginsenoside, one of its major active ingredients, which exhibited anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Korean red ginseng (KRG), […]

09/09/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Hops, a plant used in making beer, can protect your liver … but it doesn’t mean your beer can

New research has discovered a benefit of the common hop, the plant that gives beer its color, bitterness, and flavor. The study, which was published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, found that hops contain compounds that have liver and colon cancer-fighting properties. The primary compound of the common hop (Humulus lupulus) is called […]

09/04/2019 / By Janine Acero

Rough cocklebur, a folk medicine, can treat bronchitis, arthritis and other inflammatory diseases

Inflammation is a double-edged sword. While it is a part of normal immune response, chronic inflammation is the root of various health conditions. The treatment of these conditions has been the focus of many studies that investigate the medicinal properties of plants used in traditional healing practices. One such plant is the rough cocklebur (Xanthium […]

08/29/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Fight the effects of fatty liver with myo-inositol

Fatty liver – also referred to as hepatic steatosis – is a condition that affects about 25 percent of the world’s population. It is caused by the buildup of too much fat in the liver, which stems from either excessive alcohol consumption or having a diet rich in fats. Other factors that lead to fatty liver include […]

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