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.
Category: Plant Medicine Research
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.
Herbal Medicine Improves Memory for Alzheimer’s Patients
Alzheimer’s disease treatments continue to evade pharmaceutical researchers, yet an herbal medicine formula has been found to improve memory for Alzheimer’s patients in a clinical study. Find out what’s in the formula and why it works.
Berry Nutrient and Heart Attack Risk, Hypertension
Multiple studies have shown that eating a diet rich in a particular plant nutrient reduces the risk of heart attacks and lowers blood pressure.
Tomatoes Reduce Hardening of Arteries
New research has confirmed that lycopene, the carotenoid that makes tomatoes red, lowers the risk of hardening of the arteries. A 2011 study from researchers at the San Camillo de Lellis Hospital Cardiology Unit...
Ancient Teeth Cleaning Miswak Twig Fights Oral Bacteria
The ancient use of toothbrush twigs such as Miswak has been proven out. New research finds that Miswak deters gingivitis and periodontal disease, and kills antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria.
Magnesium Foods Help Prevent Strokes
Scientists have discovered that magnesium helps reduce the risk of strokes.
