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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
10/05/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Oriental photinia can protect against skin aging: Study
Pourthiaea villosa, commonly known as oriental photinia or Christmas berry, is a flowering shrub that belongs to the rose (Rosaceae) family. It is native to East Asia, particularly to Japan, Korea and China. Oriental photinia has edible leaves and fruits, as well a hard and heavy wood that’s suitable for making furniture. Although not much is […]
10/02/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Japanese black vinegar found to be effective against metabolic syndrome
The Japanese black vinegar known simply as “kurozu” is a mild-tasting vinegar that has been brewed by artisans for more than 200 years in the town of Fukushima, Japan. Also called amber rice vinegar, this condiment is produced by slowly fermenting a mixture of rice and water in black ceramic jars using a microbe called Aspergillus oryzae. This expert fermenter […]
10/02/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Rhus verniciflua and Eucommia ulmoides extracts can regulate hepatic dyslipidemia
In this study, researchers from South Korea examined the mechanism by which the combined extracts of Rhus verniciflua (Chinese lacquer tree) and Eucommia ulmoides (Chinese rubber tree) — denoted as ILF-RE — regulate hepatic dyslipidemia. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a chronic liver disease associated with […]
10/01/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Ginkgo biloba found to have neuroprotective effects against retinal ganglion cell degeneration
In this study, South Korean researchers investigated the neuroprotective effects of Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) against hypoxic injury to retinal ganglion cells (RGC) both in vitro and in vivo. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Hypoxia-induced oxidative stress and disturbed microvascular circulation are both implicated in the pathogenesis of glaucoma. On the […]
09/28/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Ginkgo trees extend neuroprotective effects to the neurons located near the retinas
Ginkgo biloba, also known as maidenhair tree, is one of the oldest species of trees in existence. It is native to China and has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Records suggest that the Ancient Chinese used the seeds of this plant to treat skin and soft tissue infections caused […]
09/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Summer savory essential oil can be used to extend the shelf life of food products
Summer savory (Satureja hortensis) is a highly aromatic herb that, like many in the mint (Lamiaceae) family, is used as a culinary ingredient. A cousin of winter savory, summer savory is described as having a hot, peppery flavor with notes of marjoram, mint and thyme. This spicy herb is an excellent seasoning. It can be […]
09/11/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
People deficient in vitamin D have a higher risk of COVID-19, reports new study
A person’s vitamin D status may determine his susceptibility to COVID-19, the disease caused by the Wuhan coronavirus. In a new study published September 4, researchers at the University of Chicago found that, compared to people with normal vitamin D levels, those who were deficient in the vitamin have a greater risk of testing positive for COVID-19. In line […]
09/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Extracts from 4 herbal plants exhibit anti-inflammatory properties
Researchers at the University of Central Florida evaluated the anti-inflammatory activities of aqueous extracts derived from holy basil leaf, sesame seed, long pepper and cubeb pepper. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Plant extracts are gaining traction as anti-inflammatory agents. Holy basil, sesame seed, long pepper and cubeb pepper are […]
09/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Pourthiaea villosa has antioxidant properties that protect human dermal fibroblasts from skin aging
In this study, researchers from South Korea and the U.S. investigated the antioxidant properties of Pourthiaea villosa (oriental photinia) extract. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Skin aging is linked to an increased production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) by human cells. Because they are the main contributors to premature aging, skin cells have […]
07/29/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Functional foods are healthy, but why?
A recent article published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness discussed the potential of functional foods as a preventive or supplementary therapy for chronic or metabolic diseases. Numerous studies have found that functional foods promoting autophagy — a regulated mechanism that enables the removal of dysfunctional or unnecessary cell components — can prevent or treat chronic diseases, as […]
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