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11/03/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Licorice prevents ischemia-induced brain damage
A study made by South Korean researchers suggests that the Chinese licorice (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) could potentially be used to treat ischemia-induced brain damage. The research, a collaboration between Pusan National University, Dongguk University, Far East University, and Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine, together with Naseul Korean Medicine Clinic, was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Licorice comes from the roots of […]
11/02/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Pomelos found to be a great natural insecticide
In the U.S., winter is the start of a lot of things: snow, the holiday season, and – for those who like it – citrus. While most people know citrus as one of the most abundant sources of vitamin C, researchers in the Philippines have found a certain type of citrus fruit to be particularly effective in […]
11/01/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Adding probiotics to your fruit salad is a delicious way to enjoy a nutrient-dense meal
If you swear by eating fruits, you’re in luck: According to researchers from Brazil, you can add probiotics to your fruit salad to make a delicious and nutrient-packed alternative to functional foods. In their study, published in Food Science and Technology, the team investigated the potential of fruit salads to be used as carriers of the […]
10/29/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Using response surface methodology to optimize the particle size of oat fiber powder in the production of wheat bread rolls
Researchers from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences have found that using response surface methodology (RSM) can influence the flour replacement property and particle size of oat fiber powder in wheat bread rolls. The study was published in CyTA – Journal of Food. There is little scientific literature on how the size of oat fiber particles can […]
10/27/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Mangoes for digestive health: A compound found in the fruit was found to be effective against H. pylori
The next big thing in cancer treatment might just come from a fruit we all know — mangoes. A study published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines revealed that mangiferin, a bioactive compound found in mangoes, may reduce the likelihood of gastric cancer induced by the bacteria Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). In their study […]
10/25/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Soursop found to improve symptoms of fibromyalgia
Researchers from the University of Seville in Spain have found that the leaves of the soursop (Annona muricata) can be used to protect against symptoms of fibromyalgia. The study was published in the journal PharmaNutrition. In the study, the team highlighted the need to improve the health and quality of life of patients with fibromyalgia. The effects […]
10/24/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Date palm pollen and seeds found to effectively stop antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria: Study
The date palm is well-known because of its fruit, mainly. The sweet, edible fruit is a staple in Middle Eastern dishes and even beyond. If the results of a recently published study are any indication, the tree may soon be recognized for its possible health benefits. In the paper Studies on chemical composition and antimicrobial activities […]
10/21/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Replacing antibiotics in meat production: Feeding pigs probiotics found to improve gut health, nutrient use, growth
The notion that antibiotics are a silver bullet for better health, both for humans and animals, is slowly losing its weight. In meat production, this is reflected in the current restrictions placed on antibiotic growth promoters. In line with the need for ideal alternatives to in-feed antibiotics to fill the gap, scientists from the Mississippi State University and the University of […]
10/20/2018
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By Ralph Flores
How does virgin coconut oil improve your cholesterol levels?
Research led by scientists from Federal University in Nigeria has found that virgin coconut oil can improve lipid profile, based on animal studies. The study, which was published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, investigated the effects of a diet supplemented with virgin coconut oil in vivo. Studies that validate the health benefits of virgin coconut oil are […]
10/16/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Black seed honey treats wound infections caused by MRSA
Black seed honey, which comes from the combination of oil from the seeds of Nigella sativa and honey, could be used to treat wounds following an infection from methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The study, which was published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, was led by researchers from Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Infected wounds […]
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