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03/09/2022
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By Ralph Flores
Moringa leaves show promise as a prebiotic with anti-obesity effects
A recent study by scientists from the Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine in China revealed that a polysaccharide present in the moringa plant (Moringa oleifera) has potential applications as a prebiotic with anti-obesity properties. In their report, which was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, the team looked at MOs-2-a, a polysaccharide obtained from moringa leaves, and its […]
12/03/2021
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By Ramon Tomey
Researchers eye ginseng as a natural medicine for preventing obesity
Chinese researchers have discovered that the root extract of an herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) may help fight obesity. Ginseng root (Panax ginseng) is used in TCM to promote vigor and vitality. It is also prescribed to address anemia and impotence. A recent study published in the journal Gut highlighted another use for ginseng, which is to help […]
06/15/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Experts look at differences between Asian and American ginseng when it comes to treating metabolic disorders
Ginseng is a well-known herb, used in traditional medicine the world over. But it’s worth noting that “ginseng” refers to over 10 varieties of the man-shaped root of the Panax genus, the most popular being Asian ginseng (P. ginseng) and American ginseng (P. quinquefolius). Both American and Asian ginseng are known to boost immunity, regulate blood sugar levels and […]
04/19/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Standardized botanical composition UP601 can suppress appetite better than other weight loss supplements, says study
One of the keys to good health is maintaining a healthy weight. Time and again, health experts have emphasized the importance of weight management, as excessive fat accumulation — better known as obesity — is linked to life-threatening diseases, such as hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and stroke. However, keeping off weight is easier said than […]
01/26/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluation of the appetite suppression efficacy of well-known supplements for weight loss
In this study, American and South Korean researchers evaluated the appetite suppression efficacy of well-known natural ingredients in the weight-loss market. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. A change in the balance between food intake and energy expenditure is believed to be a hallmark of obesity. Today, many […]
06/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
White mulberry can help with weight loss, study finds
White mulberry (Morus alba) is a tree native to China well-known for its use in traditional medicine. According to historical texts, Ancient Chinese healers made a tincture for toothache from the bark of the white mulberry tree and a remedy for colds and flu from white mulberry leaves. White mulberry fruits, on the other hand, served […]
06/11/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Compounds in white mulberry can help treat metabolic syndrome, says research
Cannabinoid receptors are components of the human endocannabinoid system, which plays a central role in regulating and balancing various bodily processes, such as immune response, cell communication, memory, sleep, metabolism and appetite. CB1 receptors, in particular, are highly expressed in the brain and present — albeit at low concentrations — throughout the body. CB1 receptors are known mediators […]
12/12/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Researchers look at the ability of cordyceps to “burn” fat in the liver
Extracts from the medicinal mushroom Cordyceps militaris can potentially be used to prevent — even reverse — nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), one of the most prevalent forms of liver disease among American adults. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers from South Korea investigated whether C. militaris can regulate lipogenesis in the liver. Lipogenesis […]
11/25/2019
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By Tracey Watson
Is a cannabis-infused workout more effective than a regular gym routine?
Cannabis has recently experienced an image turnaround that would make a Hollywood starlet envious. For decades, anyone using marijuana in any form was viewed as a lazy stoner, but as state after state has legislated its use either for recreational or medicinal purposes, cannabis has gone from being the bad boy on the block to […]
10/11/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Use this formula to make a delicious, gut-healing keto green smoothie every time you’re in the kitchen
If you’re worried that a ketogenic diet can compromise your gut health, rest assured that this will only happen when you consume too much meat and full-fat dairy. To boost your gut health, include various plant-based foods to your diet. One way to do this is by increasing your intake of gut-friendly foods and drinking a keto green smoothie. Start […]
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