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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
06/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study finds that Caesalpinia mimosoides (mimosa thorn) exhibits antioxidant properties
The plant Caesalpinia mimosoides, commonly known as mimosa thorn, is a prickly climbing shrub that belongs to the Leguminosae, or legume family. Its leaves are considered a vegetable in Thailand, while its other parts are used in traditional folk medicine in India. According to studies, mimosa thorn has plenty of beneficial properties, which include anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and antimicrobial activities. This is why mimosa […]
06/11/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Extract from Caesalpinia mimosoides leaves can improve longevity and resistance to oxidative stress
Researchers from China, Germany and Thailand examined the antioxidant activity of Caesalpinia mimosoides extracts using Caenorhabditis elegans as model organism. The results of their study was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. C. mimosoides is a vegetable consumed in Thailand that exhibits antioxidant properties in vitro. However, its antioxidant and anti-aging activities in vivo have not […]
05/17/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Moderate sunbathing helps lower mortality risk, suggest researchers
Sunlight, like red wine, can be good or bad for your health, depending on how much you get. While drinking moderate amounts of red wine can reduce your risk of heart failure and improve your blood pressure, consuming excessive amounts can lead to alcohol dependence, liver damage and weight gain. In a similar way, moderate sun exposure can […]
02/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers look at the benefits of probiotic supplementation in elderly
Immune function declines with age, and this decline is said to be largely influenced by the composition of a person’s gut microbiota. The gut microbiota protects the digestive system from external pathogens by modulating immune responses. However, aging reduces the diversity of the gut microbiota, and this leads to unfavorable conditions, such as frailty, increased susceptibility to […]
12/26/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Longevity science: Study reveals benefits of nutraceuticals and the Mediterranean diet when it comes to improving lifespan
Diet is considered one of the biggest factors that determines a person’s overall health and longevity. In the U.S., the Mediterranean diet, which includes mostly plant-based foods and healthy fats, is the eating plan recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It is also recognized by the World Health Organization as one of the healthiest — […]
12/17/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Cordyceps can boost immunity and prevent inflammation in adults
Cordyceps refers to a genus of small mushrooms considered as essential herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). They are used to treat various health problems, such as asthma, diabetic kidney disease, and lung fibrosis. Most Cordyceps species are endoparasitic, meaning they live inside their host. These fungi prey on the larvae of insects and have a nasty habit of […]
12/17/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Nutraceutical supplementation and a calorie-restricted Mediterranean diet can improve biomarkers for longevity
Researchers from the U.S. conducted an observational study to confirm the safety, tolerability and efficacy of a calorie-restricted Mediterranean diet with targeted dietary supplementation (PROG1). Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Among the comorbidities of high body mass index, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death and disability around the world, followed […]
12/11/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Red yeast rice lowers cholesterol levels, scientists confirm
Medicinal foods have been around for ages. The ancient Chinese used plant-based foods as medicines for a wide variety of conditions. One example of a functional food is red yeast rice (RYR). This traditional Chinese culinary medicine was once used to promote digestion, invigorate blood circulation and eliminate blood stasis. Today, RYR is known for its ability to lower […]
11/28/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Can a healthy diet boost the positive outcomes of qigong and tai chi?
Tai chi is a mind-body practice that was first developed in China as a martial art. It is closely related to qigong, an exercise system used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for the purpose of cultivating qi or a person’s life force. Today, both forms of exercise are practiced for health-related or healing purposes and are even […]
10/16/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the synergistic effects of practice frequency and diet in tai chi and qigong practitioners
In this study, researchers from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University explored the potential influence of curriculum, frequency of practice, and dietary quality on the health of tai chi and qigong practitioners. The results of their study were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. The researchers used an online survey to conduct a […]
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