DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide) is a naturally occurring chemical that was synthesized in the laboratory in 1866 by Russian chemist Alexander Saytzeff. Widely studied since the 1950s, key discoveries include its cryoprotective properties (protecting cells from freezing damage) and its ability to penetrate skin and membranes without causing harm, which revolutionized drug delivery. DMSO is amphiphilic (soluble … Continue reading Amandha Dawn Vollmer sheds light on DMSO: A powerful chemical with vast medicinal potential
Dr. Hartmut Fischer’s book examines DMSO, the overlooked medical marvel that could revolutionize healing
DMSO has long been hailed as a "miracle cure" by some but dismissed by mainstream medicine. Dr. Hartmut Fischer's book, "The DMSO Handbook," revitalizes interest in its therapeutic potential for conditions like chronic pain and cancer. First synthesized in the 19th century, DMSO gained medical relevance in the 1960s through Dr. Stanley Jacob's work. Despite … Continue reading Dr. Hartmut Fischer’s book examines DMSO, the overlooked medical marvel that could revolutionize healing
Astaxanthin: The most powerful antioxidant from Mother Nature
Astaxanthin is a xanthophyll carotenoid naturally found in various microorganisms, such as freshwater algae (Haematococcus pluvialis), the yeast fungus Xanthophyllocyces dendrorhous (also known as Phaffia), salmon, trout, krill, shrimp and crayfish. Xanthophylls are a class of oxygen-containing carotenoid pigments responsible for the color of many of the yellow, orange and red hues of flowers, fruits, vegetables, egg yolks and … Continue reading Astaxanthin: The most powerful antioxidant from Mother Nature
Lycopene is a promising nutrient that can prevent gastric diseases associated with H. pylori
Helicobacter pylori is a spiral-shaped bacterium that grows in your digestive tract. An opportunistic pathogen, it is considered to be the most successful colonizer of the human gastrointestinal tract, infecting the stomachs of roughly 60 percent of the world’s adult population. H. pylori often infects the stomach during childhood and is well-known for causing peptic ulcers. These gastric lesions develop as … Continue reading Lycopene is a promising nutrient that can prevent gastric diseases associated with H. pylori
Here’s why eating garlic and onions can prevent hypertension and diabetes
Alliums are disease-fighting vegetables widely used as everyday food and traditional medicines. This incredible family of edible medicinal plants is composed of garlic, white and purple onions, leeks, chives, scallions and shallots. According to studies, alliums contain unique compounds called organosulfur compounds and natural antioxidants called polyphenols that are responsible for their disease-fighting activities. In a recent study, … Continue reading Here’s why eating garlic and onions can prevent hypertension and diabetes
Lycopene found to inhibit pathway involved in Helicobacter pylori-induced gastric cancer
In this study, researchers at Yonsei University in South Korea evaluated the effects of lycopene on hyperproliferation induced by Helicobacter pylori infection. They reported their findings in an article published in the journal Nutrition Research. H. pylori is known to colonize the human stomach and is linked to an increased risk of gastric diseases, including gastric cancer.According to studies, H. pylori increases the … Continue reading Lycopene found to inhibit pathway involved in Helicobacter pylori-induced gastric cancer
Lower your blood sugar and prevent nerve damage linked to diabetes with alpha-lipoic acid
Alpha-lipoic acid, or ALA, is an organic compound that acts as a powerful antioxidant. It’s both water- and fat-soluble, which means it can work in every cell or tissue in the body. The antioxidant properties of ALA are linked to several health benefits, including lower blood sugar levels, reduced inflammation and improved nerve function. For these reasons, experts suggest that … Continue reading Lower your blood sugar and prevent nerve damage linked to diabetes with alpha-lipoic acid
Can aloe vera help prevent diabetic nephropathy?
Aloe vera is one of the most well-known and widely grown medicinal plants on the planet. A succulent plant native to North Africa, Southern Europe and the Canary Islands, aloe vera is now also cultivated in tropical countries around the world. Aloe vera’s history of use as medicine can be traced back to the time of … Continue reading Can aloe vera help prevent diabetic nephropathy?
Extracts from garlic, white onion and purple onion exert inhibitory effects against enzymes linked to diabetes and hypertension
Researchers at the Federal University of Technology in Nigeria evaluated the effects of the aqueous extract of garlic, white onion and purple onion on the activity of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), a-amylase and a-glucosidase in vitro. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. Spices are used in cooking and serve as ingredients in several traditional … Continue reading Extracts from garlic, white onion and purple onion exert inhibitory effects against enzymes linked to diabetes and hypertension
Vitamin E treatments can help prevent muscle damage after a heart attack, say scientists
A pre-clinical study published in the journal Redox Biology found that vitamin E can help prevent and treat muscle damage after a heart attack. The researchers said that while vitamin E failed to prevent heart attack per se, current research on whether vitamin E can be beneficial post-heart attack is lacking. Their ongoing research, on the other hand, may prove that … Continue reading Vitamin E treatments can help prevent muscle damage after a heart attack, say scientists
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