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News & Articles By RJ Jhonson
10/16/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Studying the antibacterial activity of spent green tea against soft rot
Bacterial soft rot is one of the most common and most destructive plant diseases – caused by particular species of bacteria, one of which is Pectobacterium. In a study published in the Archives of Phytopathology and Plant Protection, researchers tested the ability of spent green tea (SGT) extracts to protect carrot plants from soft rot caused […]
10/15/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Adolescents who consume a high-fat diet are at an increased risk of PTSD when they’re older
Turns out, there’s yet another reason to be wary of saturated fats. A study published in Brain, Behavior and Immunity, a peer-reviewed journal, pointed out that a diet high in saturated fats during adolescence can increase a person’s risk of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as an adult. The study involved 72 adolescent rats that […]
10/09/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
The nematicidal potential of pomegranate extracts vs. root-knot nematode Meloidogyne javanica on tomato
Meloidogyne javanica, also known as the sugarcane eelworm, is one of several root-knot nematode species and is a pest to tomatoes, among other plants. In a study that was published in the journal Archives of Phytopathology and Plant Protection, researchers evaluated the ability of pomegranate (Punica granatum L. var. Gabsi) peel extracts to control M. […]
10/08/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Licorice is a natural treatment for ulcerative colitis
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a currently incurable condition that causing debilitating pain and potentially life-threatening symptoms. A study published in Chinese Herbal Medicines discusses the potential of licorice (Glycyrrhizae Radix or Liquiritiae Radix) as a treatment for the condition. The researchers induced UC in a mouse model by administering acetic acid and dextran sulfate sodium. […]
10/08/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Functional components of insect tea induce apoptosis in HepG2 cancer cells
Insect tea is a special tea drink made from the fecula of insect larvae whose diet consists of fermented medicinal leaves. In a study published in CyTA – Journal of Food, researchers proved that the ethanolic extracts of insect tea (ITEE) can induce apoptosis in HepG2 human liver cancer cells. Treatment for 48 hours induced […]
10/08/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Scientists study the antioxidant potential of Fuji apple peel
Developments in pre-pressing technologies now allow for the separation of apple peel from the flesh, which is squeezed for its juice. A study published in CyTA – Journal of Food suggests that apple peels may be utilized as a hepatoprotective pharmaceutical product because of its antioxidant and liver-friendly properties. The researchers isolated apple peel polysaccharides […]
10/05/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Scientists find the Japanese persimmon shows potential in treating colorectal cancer
Anti-cancer research regularly turns to nature for potential cures and more often than not, nature doesn’t disappoint. Such is the case with the Japanese persimmon, which research published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine revealed to have great potential as a treatment for colorectal cancer. Among cancers, colorectal cancer is among the easiest […]
09/29/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Eat more mushrooms for a healthier brain
Every year, more people suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia – it is estimated that sufferers will reach 42 million by the year 2020. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, Malaysian researchers suggest that edible and medicinal mushrooms can be used to nourish the brain and halt the […]
09/15/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
The danger that is sugar: How this food item increases your risk for depression and anxiety
You probably crave sweets once in a while and for good reason – a preference for sweets is a survival mechanism that protects humans from ingesting toxic foods. Sweet foods are also a common comfort food that instantly makes you feel better when they’re stressed or lonely. However, your sweet tooth is exposing you to […]
09/11/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Close to 75% of conventionally grown spinach found to contain residue from toxic insecticides
Everyone knows spinach is good for you – or is it? According to the most recent tests conducted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), about three-fourths of all non-organically grown spinach is contaminated with traces of toxic chemicals, one of which is banned in Europe. The USDA analyzed 642 samples of conventionally grown spinach and […]
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