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03/06/2020
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By Franz Walker
Study finds tart cherry helps minimize joint pain and muscle soreness in women with breast cancer
Women suffering from the side effects of breast cancer therapy will soon have a new, tasty way to deal with their pains. Clinical trials conducted by researchers at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center have demonstrated that tart cherries can help alleviate the joint pain and muscle soreness […]
02/26/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
This ginger compound stops pancreatic cancer cells from spreading
Plants from the ginger (Zingiberaceae) family contain an active compound that is known for its anti-tumor properties. Called B-elemene, this liquid-soluble sesquiterpene not only induces cancer cell death, but also cell cycle arrest at different stages, depending on the type of tumor. In a recent study, researchers from The First Hospital of China Medical University explored the mechanism behind […]
01/07/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Passionflowers aren’t just pretty ornamentals, they’re also cancer busters
The genus Passiflora is composed of more than 500 different species of plants, most of which are used as ornamentals. Commonly called passionflowers or passion vines, these plants are well-known for producing brightly colored flowers with different hues. However, passionflowers aren’t just intended for visuals. Ongoing research suggests that these plants also possess a variety of medicinal properties that […]
01/02/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
A healthy gut is the first step in getting the most benefits from Chinese ginseng
A healthy digestive system is just as important for overall health as a healthy immune system. In fact, the two are connected. Several studies have shown how the body benefits from having a healthy gut microbiota — the community of microorganisms that live in the human gut. However, the exact role of this microbial community in […]
12/02/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Scientists explore the ability of Christmas rose to inhibit tumor cells
Helleborus niger, also known as black hellebore or Christmas rose, is a winter-blooming evergreen plant native to the mountains of southern and central Europe. This plant is well-known for producing large, white, glistening flowers that bloom around Christmas time in warm winter areas, and in early spring in cooler winter regions. While its flowers resemble wild roses, H. […]
10/17/2019
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By Melissa Smith
How chili peppers can slow down the progression of lung cancer
Did you know that chili peppers could potentially offer a natural solution to cancer? Researchers from the Marshall University – Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine found that capsaicin, the pungent compound in chili peppers, can stop lung cancer metastasis dead on its tracks. The search for lung cancer treatment is important as this type of cancer […]
10/17/2019
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By Arsenio Toledo
Reduce your risk of breast cancer by 65% with fruits, vegetables… and coffee?
Many people need their morning cup of joe to get them through the day. It should be comforting to know that your coffee habit can actually be helping you live a longer life, especially if you’re susceptible to breast cancer. A recent study conducted by the University of Navarra and the University of Jaen in Spain suggests that women […]
10/08/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Sulforaphane, a compound in cruciferous vegetables, found to kill colon cancer cells
An increasing number of studies have recently emerged promoting the benefits of eating cruciferous vegetables. These vegetables are not only rich in dietary fiber that supports digestive health, but they are also good sources of phytonutrients that can reduce the risk of cancer. For instance, isothiocyanates, which are formed through the breakdown of glucosinolates found in […]
10/08/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Used for thousands of years in TCM, Psoralea corylifolia treats a variety of diseases from heart disease to cancer
Psoralea corylifolia or babchi is a medicinal herb that is popular among traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda practitioners. It is used to treat various skin diseases, including rashes, psoriasis, leprosy, and leucoderma – a condition that causes the appearance of white patches due to loss of melanin. However, several studies have reported that P. corylifolia has other clinical applications, and these can […]
09/17/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Chinese skullcap herb found to kill ovarian cancer cells
Scutellaria baicalensis, also known as Chinese skullcap, is a flowering plant used in traditional Chinese medicine. Its roots have been used since ancient times to treat various conditions, such as inflammation, hypertension, psoriasis, and respiratory infections. S. baicalensis contains many active components, the most widely studied of which are the flavonoids baicalin and baicalein. Baicalin has been shown to have neuroprotective, […]
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