Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Investigators saw a significant improvement in depression severity at three months, six months, nine months, and 12 months following curcumin supplementation (P <0.0001). Major depressive disorder is a clinical condition...
Gingko Dipertene Lactone Meglumine Improves Functional Outcome in Stroke Patients
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. 50.8% of patients in the treatment group and 44.1% of patients in the placebo group achieved mRS score of 0 or 1 at 90 days (p<0.001). Gingko biloba is composed of various active ingredients that has been shown to...
CBD Supplementation Improves Perceived Sleep Quality and Immune Function in Healthy Adults
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Researchers saw an overall improvement in sleep evaluation scores [LSEQ scores] in the CBD group after eight weeks (P= 0.04). The cannabis plant contains 140 cannabinoids that has been used medicinally since ancient times1....
Astragalus Improves Glomerular Filtration Rate in Diabetic Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. Evaluators found a significant difference in eGFR slope decline in patients treated with astragalus compared to those with standard care only (P = 0.003). Astragalus membranaceus is an herb generally used in Chinese...
The Beneficial Effects of Curcumin Supplementation on Chronic Inflammatory and Metabolic Diseases
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that oral curcumin supplementation may have beneficial effects on chronic inflammation and glucose homeostasis. Chronic inflammation and the oxidative stress that follows can lead to the onset of numerous conditions,...
Exploring the Health Benefits of Curcumin
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Curcumin is a polyphenol with powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a popular ingredient in dietary supplements and natural health products. Curcumin is a natural compound found in the spice...
Aloe Vera and Chamomile Cream Ameliorates Dermatitis Induced by Radiation Therapy
Written by Chrystal Moulton, Science Writer. By week 4, the incidence of skin lesions was significantly lower in the intervention group compared to the control (71.4% versus 91.4%, P = 0.031, respectively). Those who undergo radiation therapy commonly experience...
Beneficial Effects of Topical St. John’s Wort in Knee Osteoarthritis
Written by Harold Oster, MD. Results suggest that topically applied St. John’s Wort decreases symptoms in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis affects more than two hundred million people worldwide. It causes the destruction of cartilage and bone, leading...
Combination of EGb 761 & Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors Reduces Cognitive Impairment and Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Subjects with Mild Cognitive Impairment
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. 12-month supplementation of EGb 761 either alone or in combination with AChEI was associated with improved cognitive abilities and reduced neuropsychiatric symptoms. As we age, cognitive decline occurs gradually from normal...
Cichorium intybus L. (Chicory) and Silymarin Reduce Liver Enzymes in Burn Patients
Written by Taylor Woosley, Science Writer. Findings of a 4-week study with an intervention of chicory seed syrup 10 cc three times daily, along with one placebo capsule, and the control group of placebo syrup 10 cc three times daily with one Livergol capsule (140 mg...
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