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03/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oil from lantana can keep fungi and Alzheimer’s disease at bay
The flowering plant known as Lantana camara or West Indian lantana is a thorny shrub that was once cultivated as an ornamental in subtropical countries. It belongs to the verbena family, whose members are well-known for having a variety of uses in traditional medicine. Although L. camara is now generally considered an invasive weed, it […]
02/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Berberine a “multipotent” therapy for reducing risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers from Hong Kong and Macau conducted a systematic review to evaluate the neuroprotective effects of berberine. Their article was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a complex disease driven by multiple factors. Therapeutic strategies based on decreasing the amount of B-amyloid in the brain have failed in clinical trials, suggesting […]
02/17/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Physicochemical examination of Lantana camara leaf essential oil
In this study, researchers from Brazil analyzed the essential oil yield and chemical composition of fresh and dry leaves versus seasonal variation of Lantana camara (West Indian lantana). Their results were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. Although L. camara is generally seen only as a detriment to plantations, it also possesses medicinal properties. The […]
12/24/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers look at the impact of medical foods in Alzheimer’s patients
The connection between diet and neurodegenerative diseases has long been the subject of scientific investigations. Today, although much remains to be understood, researchers and clinicians acknowledge the importance of diet in preventing, delaying, or improving the symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent cause of dementia around the world. This debilitating disease is […]
12/19/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Dwarf morning glory is the best herb for making an Ayurvedic “brain tonic” – study
Ayurvedic medicine has been around for thousands of years. Developed by ancient holistic healers in India, Ayurveda is considered one of the world’s oldest systems of medicine. It is well-known for promoting lifestyle practices like massage therapy, meditation and yoga, and the use of herbal medicines to treat or prevent various diseases. Of the many Ayurvedic medicines still […]
11/29/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Looking at how danshen can be used to treat Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is an irreversible and progressive brain disease that affects cognitive function. The most common neurodegenerative disease worldwide, AD affects as many as 5.5 million people in the US alone. AD is often seen in older adults aged 65 and above, but younger people can also develop the disease. While little is known about how […]
11/14/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluating the biological activities of each herbal variety of the Ayuverdic tonic Shankhpushpi
In this study, researchers from India evaluated the neuropharmacological effects of four herbs commonly identified as sources of the Ayurvedic tonic Shankhpushpi. Their results were published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine. Shankhpushpi is an Ayurvedic drug widely used for its positive effects on the central nervous system. These effects include improving intellect and […]
11/13/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Review: Can the danshen herb be used to treat Alzheimer’s disease?
In this article, researchers from the University of Macau summarized and explored the effects of bioactive components of danshen on the major characteristics of Alzheimer’s disease in preclinical studies. Their review appeared in the journal Chinese Medicine. Alzheimer’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive memory loss and cognitive impairment. It is difficult to develop effective […]
10/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Major component of silymarin may help prevent Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
Silymarin is an herbal extract that’s popularly used as a health supplement. It is associated with liver benefits and is often taken by patients with hepatitis. Silymarin contains a mixture of various compounds, the most active of which is the flavonoid known as silibinin. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers from different universities […]
10/03/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Chinese skullcap protects against brain disorders by preventing neuronal death
Scutellaria baicalensis, also known as Chinese skullcap, is a flowering plant that belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years. TCM practitioners value S. baicalensis for its ability to treat conditions caused by inflammation. Researchers, on the other hand, have studied this plant extensively due to its […]
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