Botanical Medicine
Curcumin May Hold the Key for Colon Cancer Treatment
A study published in the journal Nature shows that curcumin, an active compound in the curry spice turmeric, can suppress the metastasis of colorectal cancer cells.
When antihypertensive drugs lose efficacy, rule out interactions with dietary supplements
Anticipating possible interactions between drugs and dietary supplements is a challenging area of integrative practice. When we think about interactions, we tend to envision risks associated with amplification of drug levels or adverse effects. However, some interactions reduce drug efficacy. Of these, pharmacokinetic interactions are the hardest to predict andRead
Medicinal Plant May Help Treat Drug-Resistant Malaria
A study published in ACS Omega, a journal of the American Chemical Society, finds that Labrador tea, a traditional herbal remedy, is effective against drug-resistant malaria.
Supporting Joint Health with Willow bark, Ginger, and Boswellia serrata*
While many botanicals can be used to support healthy joint function, willow bark, ginger root, and Boswellia serrata have been clinically studied and are excellent considerations for their joint support properties
Compound Isolated From Astragalus May Improve Outcomes For Heart Attack Patients
According to a study published in the peer-reviewed journal GeroScience, an isolated compound from astragalus, an herb used in Chinese medicine to support immunity, may also reduce inflammation after a heart attack.
Curcumin Supplements Show Weight-Loss Benefits
A research review in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that curcumin supplementation is associated with reductions in BMI, weight, and waist circumference.
The Treatment Protocol I Used to Lower My BP: A Personal Case Report by Robert Lamberton, BSc, FNTP
Recently I decided to check my blood pressure which I had not done for a while. My BP has always been pretty good throughout my life: Typically systolic would be 115 to 120 over diastolic of 70 to 80. I was shocked to find that my systolic reading was betweenRead
Benefits of Bitters
You may have noticed cocktail bitters listed on the drink menu at your favorite restaurant, or maybe you’ve seen a bottle of them while walking down the aisles at the local liquor store. Maybe you heard about them and you’re wondering “what are bitters anyway?” There are many benefits toRead
New Active Compounds in Lion’s Mane Enhance Brain Health & Memory
Lion’s mane (Hericium erinaceus) has been prized for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine for its brain- and health-boosting properties. Now researchers from The University of Queensland have taken a big step in better understanding it, thanks to the discovery of bioactive compounds that increase nerve growth and improve memory. TheseRead
Amla Extract Aids Type 2 Diabetics with Dyslipidemia
An extract of amla fruit (Emblica officinalis), also called Indian gooseberry, was shown to benefit type 2 diabetics with dyslipidemia, according to a new study in Food & Function. Researchers compared a proprietary preparation of amla (Saberry) with the popular diabetes drug metformin in a 90-day, randomized, open-label trial. TheRead
