a few herb facts

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A few herb facts

 

 

Butterbur extract reduces migraines in children too

An extract of butterbur root appears to reduce migraines in children and adolescents, confirming the benefits previously seen in adults.Green tea mechanism urges caution for pregnant women

UK and Spanish scientists have explained why the active compound in green tea, EGCG, can stop cancer cells growing even in people that only drinks two cups of the beverage a day.

Flavonols in chocolate could be behind heart health benefits

Another study on chocolate finds that the dark variety decreases blood pressure and improves insulin sensitivity in healthy people, lending weight to its potential for heart health.Plant collections offer insight into black cohosh stability

An 85-year-old specimen of black cohosh root still contained most of the chemical compounds believed to help reduce hot flushes and other menopause symptoms when analyzed in a recent study. Coenzyme Q May Improve General Well Being of HIV-Infected Patients

High-dose coenzyme Q therapy may increase the general well being of asymptomatic HIV-infected patients and those with lipodystrophy, but may aggravate pain in those with peripheral neuropathy, the results of a Danish study suggest.Dr Sartori's cancer treatment available againCancer is treatable with high pH therapy Green Tea Extract Cream Shows Benefit for Rosacea

In a small study, patients with papulopustular rosacea treated with a hydrophilic cream containing 2% polyphenone (green tea extract) experienced a significant reduction in mean inflammatory lesion count compared with patients applying vehicle cream, according to results reported here at the 63rd annual meeting of the American College of Dermatology.Gum to bust your bubble New York Daily News

A new gum is made to increase breast size Study shows how green tea may fight bladder cancer

Green tea extract may interfere with a process that helps early bladder cancer to spread throughout the body, new laboratory research suggests. The findings, say researchers, bolster ongoing studies into green tea extract as a cancer treatment -- and may give green tea drinkers more reason to savor every cup.Licorice Compound Destroys Latent Herpesvirus Infection in Lymphocytes

Treatment with glycyrrhizic acid, a compound found in licorice root, can destroy latent infection with Kaposi sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) in B lymphocytes, new research shows. Given the lack of agents with activity against latent infection, this finding could have important clinical implications.Study: Drug for Agitation Makes Alzheimer's Patients Worse Quetiapine {Seroquel} a drug commonly used in nursing homes to treat agitation and related symptoms in people with Alzheimer's disease actually worsens patients' illness, speeding up their rate of decline significantly, says a paper published on bmj.com today.Vitamin E may help reduce diabetes risk

A daily dose of vitamin E may help delay the onset of type 2 diabetes in people at high risk of the disease, preliminary research suggests.Soy Improves Prostate Outlook A soy-rich diet, thought to prevent the development of certain cancers, may improve the prognosis for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. And the effect seems to be immediate.Eat 'Supermeals' to Protect Heart: Experts

Eating meals that include all ingredients known to improve cardiovascular health could add years to your life, according to new study findings released Friday. Discovery Shows New Vitamin C Health Benefits

Researchers in the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University have made a major discovery about the way vitamin C functions in the human body - a breakthrough that may help explain its possible value in preventing cancer and heart disease.Randomized study of the efficacy and safety of oral elderberry extract in the treatment of influenza A and B virus infections.

Elderberry has been used in folk medicine for centuries to treat influenza, colds and sinusitis, and has been reported to have antiviral activity against influenza and herpes simplex.Kelp can reduce level of hormone related to breast cancer risk

Kelp seaweed, the brown plant often found washed ashore on beaches, could help to fight hormone-related cancers, suggests new animal research.Focus on herbal quality may bring better sustainability too

Industry’s demand for quality, standardized herbal extracts will continue to drive new cultivation projects that will also ensure the sustainability of plant species and biodiversity, claims a leading supplier.

Salad fans may have lower risk of kidney cancer

Women keen on bananas, salads and root vegetables may be less likely to develop kidney cancer, suggests a new Swedish study.

Pycnogenol may help children manage asthma Children with mild to moderate asthma who took supplements of the pine bark extract Pycnogenol saw improved lung function and a significant decrease in asthma symptoms, report researchers.

Beer compounds, not alcohol, may fight cancer Non-alcoholic beer may fight off cancer, suggests new laboratory research on mice.

Nutrient combo in avocados may inhibit prostate cancer

An avocado extract has been shown to inhibit the growth of prostate cancer cells in lab research,New evidence supports chamomile tea's health benefits

The popular herbal tea camomile may help relieve a wide range of health ailments, including colds and menstrual cramps, UK researchers will report.

Curcumin under human trials for Alzheimer's prevention

Curcumin, the yellow pigment in curry spice, is to be investigated for its potential in prevention of Alzheimer’s disease after tests on mice found it to be more effective than drugs currently being investigated for treatment.

Antioxidant Supplementation May Reduce Incidence Of Cancer in Men

Low-dose antioxidant supplementation may reduce the risk of cancer among men, but not in women, according to an article in the November 22 issue of The Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

 

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