Seaweeds for Fighting Cancer
Several recent international studies have illustrated that seaweeds and their extracts may have the capability of inhibiting and even treating cancer. Seaweed therapy may even outperform chemotherapy.
Category: Plant Medicine Research
Purple Grape Juice Boosts Memory and Cognition
New research finds that drinking grape juice increases memory and cognitive tasking, even in healthy people. This includes driving performance according to the research. Find out what makes grape juice so beneficial to memory and how to get even greater benefit.
Dietary Magnesium for Obesity and Diabetes
Multiple studies have confirmed that a lack of dietary magnesium is linked to diabetes, insulin resistance and obesity among adults.
Red Yeast Rice Reduces Cholesterol
Scientists at Florida Atlantic University’s College of Medicine have determined in a double-blind study of 79 human subjects that a nutritional drink containing red yeast rice significantly decreases LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol. The...
Leafy Greens for Gut Immunity
Researchers have determined that green leafy and cruciferous vegetables stimulate the immune system of the intestines by donating a gene that regulates the gut’s defense mechanisms.
Fruit Smoothies and Tooth Decay?
Researchers from Scotland’s Dundee Dental School and Hospital studied the ability of different fruit smoothies to wear away dental enamel and cause tooth decay.
Cumin for Reduced Breast Cancer Risk
Research finds that cumin – a spice often used in curry – stops the growth of breast cancer cells. Find out more about this powerful medicinal herb.
Safflower Yellow for Sepsis and Septic Shock
Sepsis and septic shock are difficult to treat and thus kill hundreds of thousands of people every year. New research finds a flower extract of safflower can save lives if used during treatment. Find out how thousands could be saved with this natural medicine.
Green Tea for Estrogen Metabolism, Cancer Risk
New research from the U.S. National Institutes of Health shows that the biochemicals in green tea change a women’s estrogen metabolism, revealing at least one of its mechanisms for reducing the risk of breast cancer.
Organic Tomatoes: More Tasty and Nutritious
A new study from international university researchers has confirmed that organic tomatoes are not only more nutritious than their conventional counterparts: they also taste better.
Mediterranean Diet Reduces Heart Attack Risk
In one of the world’s largest and longest studies on diet, research funded by the Spanish government has confirmed that the Mediterranean diet can dramatically reduce the risk of stroke, heart attacks and other cardiovascular-related events.
Fruits Reduce Inflammation and Heart Disease
Despite the bashing of fruits cause they contain fructose, research confirms that eating fresh or whole fruits reduces inflammation and heart disease. Find out which fruits do this the best.
Mushroom Lowers PSA in Prostate Cancer Men
Mushrooms add a nice flavor along with nutrients to any dish. Now a phase I clinical study has found that a certain mushroom will reduce PSA levels in men who’ve had prostate cancer.
Fiber Helps Prevent Breast Cancer
Our diet will have consequences into the future. New research finds that eating more fiber can affect a woman’s risk of breast cancer years later. Find out when, why and how much – and see our Fiber Top 500 list.
White Cinquefoil Herb for Goiter, Other Thyroid Disorders
White Cinquefoil is an herb that grows throughout Central Europe and used for centuries in traditional medicine. Recent research confirms the Potentilla alba herb is useful for the treatment of several thyroid conditions including goiter.
Herbal Cough Remedy Beats Pharma Cough Syrup
When a cough gets nasty, many reach for a cough syrup. Pharma versions can contain synthesized chemicals such as bromhexine. A clinical study finds an ancient herbal cough formula beats bromhexine syrup.
