Older adults often suffer from mild cognitive impairment (MCI). It is defined as the stage between cognitive decline that comes naturally with aging and the more serious decline in brain performance (dementia). MCI affects many aspects of cognition, such as memory, language, judgment and thinking. Although researchers have yet to pinpoint a single cause of MCI, they are … Continue reading Chinese herbal medicines that can improve memory and cognition
African hemp boosts sperm quality, improves antioxidant levels
The Nigerian hemp (Cannabis sativa) is known to cause male gonadotoxicity (damage to the testes), which could be temporary or permanent. One of its main characteristics is hyperprolactinemia, a condition that, in men, causes sexual dysfunction and infertility. According to reports by The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) of Nigeria, illicit users in the … Continue reading African hemp boosts sperm quality, improves antioxidant levels
Can this summer lawn weed help protect you from cervical cancer? Researchers say YES
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is a common garden weed that’s consumed as a vegetable because of its high nutrient content. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), purslane is used to remove toxic heat and substances from the body. It is also used to treat dysentery, eczema, hemorrhoidal bleeding and abnormal uterine bleeding. In a recent study, researchers at Heilongjiang August First Land … Continue reading Can this summer lawn weed help protect you from cervical cancer? Researchers say YES
Adding more dietary choline can cut back the risk of dementia
Multiple studies have suggested that choline, an essential nutrient found in eggs and meat, can be instrumental in keeping cognitive decline at bay. But evidence to support this connection has eluded researchers for quite some time. In a recent paper published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers from the University of Eastern Finland established that taking phosphatidylcholine (PC), the chemical precursor to choline, leads to … Continue reading Adding more dietary choline can cut back the risk of dementia
A natural treatment for superbugs, thanks to traditional remedies from Cameroon
The use of traditional medicine is prevalent in many developing countries, thanks to it being accessible and reliable, as well as affordable. Of the many ailments traditional remedies address, infectious diseases caused by fungal or bacterial pathogens are among the most common. In Cameroon, a large portion of the population considers natural remedies as their primary source … Continue reading A natural treatment for superbugs, thanks to traditional remedies from Cameroon
Researchers confirm the antiplasmodial effects of bellyache bush on malaria-infected mice
Malaria is an infectious disease that can be fatal if not treated promptly. It is caused by certain species of parasites from the genus Plasmodium, which are known to infect Anopheles mosquitoes. These parasites mix with the insect’s saliva and can be transmitted to humans if they get bitten by an infected mosquito. Five Plasmodium parasites are known to infect humans: P. falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale, P. … Continue reading Researchers confirm the antiplasmodial effects of bellyache bush on malaria-infected mice
Top Vitamin C Benefits for the Skin
Source: Top Vitamin C Benefits for the Skin by Dr. Edward Group When most people think about taking care of their skin, they focus on the outside — but what's on the inside counts even more! Perhaps you avoid tanning beds or wear sunscreen every day.[1] You may have a stack of skin care products at home that you use to … Continue reading Top Vitamin C Benefits for the Skin
5 Benefits that make aloe vera fantastic for skin health
Aloe vera gel is a natural moisturizer and it is commonly used as an ingredient in various skin care products. From fighting acne to soothing inflamed skin, here are five health benefits of this amazing succulent plant. Using aloe vera gel as a home remedy Aloe vera stems store water. To survive in tropical climates, the plant … Continue reading 5 Benefits that make aloe vera fantastic for skin health
Could spraying children with disinfectant be the new normal?
Although the COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t appear to be over yet, many places have effectively “flattened the curve.” And some states have already started to reopen in phases, although most recognize that life won’t return to normal anytime soon. Perhaps one of the big questions on the minds of parents across the nation is this: When … Continue reading Could spraying children with disinfectant be the new normal?
Birch Polypore: A Mushroom for Immunity, Gut Health & More
Source: Birch Polypore: A Mushroom for Immunity, Gut Health & More by Dr. Edward Group In 1991, scientists discovered a 5,300-year-old mummy named Ӧtzi the Iceman in the Italian Alps. Amazingly, some of Ӧtzi’s possessions were preserved along with him, including a leather pouch with supplies for his mountain journey. What was in the pouch? Tools, … Continue reading Birch Polypore: A Mushroom for Immunity, Gut Health & More
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