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07/23/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Clinical trial examines the effects of green cardamom supplementation on the lipid profiles of diabetic patients
A proposed study in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine claims to be the first randomized control trial (RCT) that will evaluate the effects of green cardamom supplementation in patients with Type 2 diabetes. Researchers from the Tehran University of Medical Sciences will determine how the spice influences glycemic status, lipid profile, and other biomarkers for patients […]
07/23/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Treating atopic dermatitis with quince seeds
In a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers suggest that the quince plant (Cydonia oblonga Miller) could be used to prevent and treat atopic dermatitis. Researchers from Shinshu University in Japan analyzed the effect quince seed extracts on keratinocyte-associated skin inflammation, as well as using mouse models. The researchers looked at how the ethanolic extract of […]
07/22/2018
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By Ralph Flores
The powerful antioxidant and anti-cancer effects of arid region honey
The arid region honey can be used as a therapeutic product for chronic diseases, including cancer, according to researchers from United Arab Emirates University. The study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, compared varieties of honey from desert climates against those from non-arid regions to establish which variety contained more antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Researchers tested in […]
06/29/2018
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By Ralph Flores
New science: A combination of B complex vitamins can slow the onset of Alzheimer’s
A lot of people, especially those who are young, make the mistake of taking Alzheimer’s disease for granted – that, despite it being the most common cause of dementia and the likelihood of getting the condition increases with age. Fortunately, research has revealed that B complex vitamins can significantly reduce the risk of brain disorders […]
06/28/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Consuming high-fat dairy products found to make lung function in smokers even worse
It’s common knowledge that smoking is bad for your health. However, add high-fat dairy to the mix, and you could be looking at worse damages, according to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism. In the study, Australian researchers explored the association between lung function and dairy consumption in smokers. How […]
06/23/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Nutritionists find that turmeric is a safe and natural way of preserving fish
Turmeric, for the uninitiated, has a lot of health benefits – making it a staple in a lot of dishes and traditional medicine the world over. However, a study published in the open-access journal CyTA – Journal of Food has introduced a novel method of using this already widely used spice. In the study, researchers from Alagappa University in India and the Universidade […]
06/18/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Researchers assess the impacts of camel’s milk on heart health
Regular consumption of certain types of camel’s milk could potentially reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases caused by hypertension, according to an article published in CyTA – Journal of Food. The paper, authored by Omar Amin Alhaj of King Saud University in Saudi Arabia, identified ACE-inhibitory peptides from camel’s milk that have been fermented with Lactobacillus bacteria. […]
06/18/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Turmeric extract may improve the shelf life and quality of cuttlefish
Adding turmeric extract when chilling Sepia brevimana (commonly referred to as the shortclub cuttlefish) can increase its shelf life and improve quality, according to a study published in CyTA – Journal of Food. The study, conducted by researchers from Alagappa University, looked at how turmeric affects the quality of cuttlefish muscle, its lipid oxidation, the number of microbes found, and the […]
06/18/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Wheat bread fortified with fermented chickpea flour exhibits a greater nutritional profile
Researchers from the Nanjing Agricultural University have developed a recipe that improves the nutrient profile of wheat bread. The method, published in CyTA – Journal of Food, adds chickpea flour fermented with Cordyceps militaris to create a nutritionally dense bread that is still appealing to consumers. In the study, the team looked at how the inclusion of C. […]
06/18/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Anthracnose in papaya fruit inhibited by plant-extracted essential oils
Essential oils extracted from different plants could be used to prevent the decay of papaya fruit and prolong its storage life. Researchers from the University of Florida, as well as the Shahid Beheshti University in Iran, arrived at this result after testing five plant-extracted essential oils and studied whether the oils can inhibit anthracnose-induced fruit decay. For […]
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