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11/06/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Want stronger bones? Study finds that vitamin E is crucial for bone health

People who swear by the effects of vitamin E in keeping their skin healthy might soon add maintaining bone health to its long list of benefits. In a study, which appeared in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism, researchers from Toyo University in Japan have found that a vitamin E derivative called tocotrienol-rich fraction (TRF) can […]

11/06/2018 / By Ralph Flores

The Damask rose holds anti-aging potential

Researchers from Woosuk University and Dankook University in South Korea have found a compound in the Damask rose (Rosa × damascena) that can target the aging process. The study, published in the Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, investigated the anti-aging properties of damaurone D (DaD) – a derivative of Damask rose – using animal model Caenorhabditis elegans (roundworm). The effects of DaD on longevity were examined using […]

10/19/2018 / By Ralph Flores

A popular TCM ingredient is being studied as a potential cure for various bone diseases

An herb commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) could be the future of preventing crippling bone diseases, according to researchers from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine. In their study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the team reported that the seeds of the Chinese mallow (Malva verticillata) can prevent bone degradation, making it an ideal for […]

10/19/2018 / By Ralph Flores

An ethnomedicine from the Himalayas naturally clears the airways and is useful in treating cardiovascular disease

The Himalayas isn’t just a good place to climb mountains: Recent studies have shown that it’s also a treasure trove of medicinal plants used to treat various diseases. A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that a species of boxwood (Buxus spp.) has potential therapeutic properties against disorders that affect the gut, airways, and even […]

10/19/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Gotu kola, an important oriental medicinal herb, helps cancer patients stay strong

Cachexia, the muscle wasting syndrome that’s seen in chronic diseases such as cancer and diabetes, is typically associated with the rapid progression of the disease, especially in patients with cancer. However, research from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and Stellenbosch Universty in South Africa, together with the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (formerly Manipal University) in India, have […]

10/17/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Confirmation of coal plant pollution dangers: Fetal health has improved in areas where such plants have been shut down

In the first study of the effects of the shutdown of a coal-fired power plant due to a federal regulation on single pollution source, researchers from the Lehigh University discovered higher birth weight and reduced risk of premature births after the shutdown. The research specifically studied the effects of the Portland Generating Station, a coal-fired power plant […]

10/09/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Better body, better brain: High intensity workouts found to benefit memory

A recently-published research from McMaster University reports that high-intensity workouts, also known as high-intensity interval training (HIIT), not only develop your muscles but help out with memory as well. According to the study, joining in at least six weeks of intensive workouts, such as short rounds of interval training for 20 minutes, can noticeably improve high-interference […]

10/05/2018 / By Ralph Flores

The Chinese mallow identified as a potential candidate for treating pathological bone diseases

Research has shown that the seeds of Malva verticillata, commonly known as the Chinese mallow, can inhibit osteoclastogenesis by downregulating biomarkers for bone resorption. The study, which is published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, looked at the effects of M. verticillata seeds on bone metabolism, as claimed by traditional Chinese medicine. The ability of M. verticillata seeds to prevent osteoclastogenesis was evaluated in […]

09/26/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Time to get in a pool! Aquatic exercise relieves pain in arthritic patients

Come on in, the water’s fine! It’s even great for people with osteoarthritis, according to researchers from Denmark and Norway. In their study, published in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, the team indicated that individuals with knee and hip osteoarthritis would benefit a lot from aquatic exercises. Over 30 million people in the U.S. have osteoarthritis, […]

09/17/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Exercise found to protect your eyesight

Looking for ways to maintain your good eyesight? According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles, people who take part in moderate to intense physical activity have the capacity to curb their chances of developing glaucoma. The results of the research, presented at the 121st Annual Meeting of the […]

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