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10/13/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
This ancient plant can protect neurons in the retina from hypoxic injury that causes glaucoma
Ginkgo biloba, or the maidenhair tree, is considered one of the oldest living tree species in the world. It is native to China and is easily recognizable through its fan-shaped leaves. A symbol of longevity and vitality in Ancient China, the leaves, seeds, fruits and nuts of ginkgo biloba were used by traditional healers to treat […]
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 […]
12/01/2019
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By Melissa Smith
14 supplements to give your brain a much-needed edge
With the right supplements, you can boost your mental performance. However, it can be a challenge to choose the right one(s) for you because there are hundreds of supplements to choose from. Here are 14 of the best brain-boosting supplements you can try. #1 Acetyl-L-carnitine This amino acid is great for boosting mental and physical […]
09/20/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Discover natural agents for disrupting bacterial biofilm
Bacteria represent just one part of a large and thriving community of microorganisms that the human body plays host to. These microbes can be found in different parts, including the skin, the oral cavity, and most notably, the gut. While bacteria, together with other microbes, contribute to the maintenance of good health, certain factors, such […]
06/19/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Maintaining brain health: Keep your brain young with these supplements and lifestyle habits
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that impairs memory and other important cognitive functions. Today, it affects about 5.3 million Americans and is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. The number is alarming and continues to increase each year. Before it’s too late, take extra steps on keeping your brain young and […]
06/11/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Ginkgo biloba and Sophora japonica found to have antagonistic effects on cerebral vasoconstriction
In this study, researchers from Kagoshima University in Japan and Vietnam National University of Agriculture evaluated the antagonistic effects of Ginkgo biloba (GB) and Sophora japonica (SJ) on cerebral vasoconstriction in response to KCl, extracellular Ca2+, histamine, 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), 9,11-dideoxy-9alpha,11alpha-methanoepoxy prostaglandin (PG) F2alpha(U46619), and bradykinin (BK). The results of their study, which explain the traditional application of […]
02/12/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Supplement with these herbs to keep your cortisol levels under control
In times of stress, you might find that your physical and mental performance are not at their full potential. This is due to elevated levels of a hormone called cortisol, which is secreted by the nervous system in response to stress. Although cortisol is essential for survival, too much of it can interfere with the production of other […]
01/23/2019
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By Cassie B.
Ginkgo biloba shows potential value in the treatment of over 100 diseases
The ginkgo biloba tree might not give off the most pleasant smell, but hiding beneath its rancid odor is the power to heal more than 100 different diseases. Referred to as a “living fossil” because it lacks close living relatives, the species can trace its roots back to the age of dinosaurs more than 270 […]
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