Posted in Western Herbal Medicine, Nutrients, Chinese & Ayurveda

In the quest for effective cancer treatments, both natural and synthetic compounds have been explored. Synthetic drugs often face regulatory hurdles and come with risks of unexpected side effects. On the other hand, natural compounds from dietary sources, known for their safety and acceptance, are gaining attention. Phytochemicals, found in plants, are particularly intriguing due to their cost-effectiveness and widespread use. Remarkably, over 70% of small-molecule anticancer drugs developed...

Don't underestimate the potential of small packages. Broccoli sprouts, the precursor to mature broccoli, have gained attention in recent years due to their incredible cancer-fighting compounds. While they may not be as readily available as regular broccoli, the remarkable benefits researchers have discovered make them worth considering. In this blog, we will explore the nutritional properties of broccoli sprouts, their role in cancer prevention, and their potential benefits for heart hea...

Aloe vera offers a natural, cost-effective, low-risk possibility for alleviating symptoms of oral mucositis. The aloe vera plant has been used to treat topical burns. There is evidence suggesting it can be used for similar side effects with cancer treatment when taken by mouth. Studies have even shown promising evidence supporting aloe vera for gut inflammation. Aloe vera juice is a gooey, thick liquid made from the flesh of the aloe vera plant leaf. It can be used both topically and orally....

A good night’s sleep is so important for maintaining overall health and well-being, but recent research suggests that it can also have a critical impact on your risk of developing dementia. A recent study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine has linked three indicators of sleep disturbance – sleep-initiation insomnia, sleep-maintenance insomnia, and the use of sleep medications – with the likelihood of developing dementia. People who experience sleep-in...

Recent research has discovered that Scutellaria barbata (SB120), a herb used in Chinese Medicine, may possess chemopreventive properties that can be used as adjuvant for cancer ttherapy. In a recent study, male mice were randomly divided into 4 groups and given oral feedings of 8, 16, or 32mg SB or sterilised water. The control group developed palpable tumours by 19 weeks, however the respective treatment groups showed delayed tumour development by 2, 4, or 7 weeks, and 22, 30, or 38% of th...

Omega-3 fatty acids from seafood and oily fish — not plants — are linked with a reduced risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and a slower decline in kidney function, according to a study published in The BMJ. Estimates show that CKD afflicts 700 million people in the world, causing kidney failure and even death. Kidney damage can start years before symptoms appear. Several factors increase CKD risk, including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and a family history of...