A mixture of herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine may be able to reduce inflammation by adding and removing epigenetic marks on DNA, suggests a study published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. This alternative medicinal mixture, termed “Wutou decoction”, consists of six different herbs that have been widely used in the traditional Chinese medicine community … Continue reading Could Exotic Herbs Carry Epigenetic Health Benefits?
Curcumin May Alleviate Liver Damage Caused by Drug-induced Epigenetic Changes
For centuries, people all around the globe have known about the health benefits of herbs and spices. One spice, in particular, stands out not only for its bright yellow color but also for its potent healing powers. This wonder spice is Curcuma longa, commonly known as turmeric, and it belongs to the ginger family. Traditionally used in … Continue reading Curcumin May Alleviate Liver Damage Caused by Drug-induced Epigenetic Changes
Top 12 herbs for weight loss
Source: Top 12 herbs for weight loss by Dr. Edward Group If you want to lose weight, get fit, or reduce bloat, the only long-term strategy to ensure lasting success is by changing how you eat and increasing your activity level. However, several herbs and spices can help your fitness journey by boosting your metabolism, increasing your fat-burning … Continue reading Top 12 herbs for weight loss
The science behind curcumin’s healing properties
Turmeric’s long history as a culinary spice dates all the way back to 2,500 years before Christ. This bright yellow, strongly flavored spice has also been used since at least 500 B.C.E. as an essential part of Ayurvedic medicine in India – and no wonder, since curcumin, the substance which gives the spice its bright … Continue reading The science behind curcumin’s healing properties
Nutmeg exhibits powerful anti-diabetes properties, concludes study
Nutmeg isn’t just for pumpkin spice and eggnogs. In a study, researchers from the Institute of Chinese Materia Medica found that the spice — which has a botanical name of Myristica fragrans — can be used to improve blood clotting and even prevent diabetes. Researchers from the Institute of Chinese Materia Medica looked at the effects of nutmeg in promoting blood clotting and preventing diabetes. … Continue reading Nutmeg exhibits powerful anti-diabetes properties, concludes study
Natural Compound in Garlic Uses Epigenetics to Fight Ovarian Cancer
Garlic has been used in food and as medicine since ancient times. Considered a superfood for its role as a health promoter, this small, pungent vegetable is widely used today to prevent and treat numerous conditions from the common cold to heart disease, cancer, and more. Now new research is confirming garlic’s medicinal ability, finding … Continue reading Natural Compound in Garlic Uses Epigenetics to Fight Ovarian Cancer
Type Two Diabetes is Reversible
A Type two diabetes is curable if you ignore your doctor’s advice. Diabetes is not the hopeless disease that most doctors would have us believe it is though it is a long losing battle if you walk the trail western medicine wants you to travel. Like all the chronic diseases, the western medical establishment does … Continue reading Type Two Diabetes is Reversible
One of the most precious spices in the world, saffron can be used as an alternative cancer treatment
A botanical review published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism has concluded that various compounds found in saffron – inarguable one of the world’s most precious spices – show remarkable anti-cancer effects. What’s more, these compounds display selective toxicity against cells; that is, they ultimately kill cancer varieties without harming normal ones. To reach this conclusion, … Continue reading One of the most precious spices in the world, saffron can be used as an alternative cancer treatment
Discover the amazing ability of curcumin (turmeric) to fight chronic disease
For thousands of years, ancient cultures throughout Asia have been using turmeric, also known as curcumin, to spice up food -- and today, curcumin is used throughout the world. But this relative of ginger is hardly just a flavor enhancer, as studies continue to show that curcumin contains powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, antioxidant, and even anti-cancer … Continue reading Discover the amazing ability of curcumin (turmeric) to fight chronic disease
Health Benefits of the Mimosa Tree
Source: Health Benefits of the Mimosa Tree by Dr. Edward Group Traditional Chinese Medicinal practitioners have long revered the bark, leaves and flowers of the Mimosa tree for its potent health benefits. The Mayan people of Central America also revered the plant, and commonly used it for aiding trauma injuries and burns. And while little modern … Continue reading Health Benefits of the Mimosa Tree
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