Grape-seed extract kills leukemia cells
American Assn for Cancer Research release – An extract from grape seeds forces laboratory leukemia cells to commit cell suicide, according to researchers from the University of Kentucky. They found ...
Magnolia bark fights ’super bug’
CM NEWS - Among eight popular Chinese medicinal plants used by Asians, magnolia bark has the best antimicrobial and antioxidant results, including fighting against MRSA, or the "Super Bug", according ...
Combo of Taichi, Qigong benefits patients with dementia
U of Illinois release - Those diagnosed with early stage dementia can slow their physical, mental and psychological decline by taking part in therapeutic programs that combine counseling, support groups, ...
The bitter the better
CM NEWS - A recent study identifies for the first time antioxidant properties of many Chinese herbs that regulates blood circulation. It discovers the herbs traditionally categorized as "bitter" and ...
Indigo naturalis treats chronic psoriasis
CM NEWS - Topical application of a traditional Chinese medicine is effective in treating plaque-type psoriasis, according to a new study in Taiwan. The randomized, double-blind study, published in the Archives ...
Ginkgo can’t prevent Alzheimer’s: large study
AP, Globe and Mail, CTV — Ginkgo biloba, the herbal supplement that is sold in health-food stores as a memory enhancer, does not prevent the onset of dementia or Alzheimer's ...
Acupuncture
Electroacupuncture restores learning, memory loss
CM NEWS - Electroacupuncture has been demonstrated in the lab to be able to significantly restore learning and memory impairment induced by diabetes and cerebral ischemia.
Acupuncture safe for kids: review
CM NEWS - Acupuncture seems to be safe for children, although its efficacy on some conditions remain uncertain, according to a mega review of 62 studies and meta-analyzes. The risk for adverse events of acupuncture on children is estimated to be 1.55 per 100 cases, leading experts to consider the treatment as “low risk”.
Acupuncture reduces pain in head and neck cancer patients
CM NEWS - Acupuncture has been found to significantly reduce pain dysfunction, and dry mouth in head and neck cancer patients after neck dissection.
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Grape-seed extract kills leukemia cells
American Assn for Cancer Research release – An extract from grape seeds forces laboratory leukemia cells to commit cell suicide, according to researchers from the University of Kentucky. They found that within 24 hours, 76% of leukemia cells had died after being exposed to the extract.
New cancer-killing compound found in salad plant
UW release - Researchers at the University of Washington have updated a traditional Chinese medicine to create a compound that is more than 1,200 times more specific in killing certain kinds of cancer cells than currently available drugs, heralding the possibility of a more effective chemotherapy drug with minimal side effects.
Lingzhi body, not just spores, also ups immunity
CM NEWS - Numerous lingzhi »”>lingzhi (靈芝, Ganoderma lucidum) products on the market advertise their immunostimulatory efficacy by how “cracked” the lingzhi spores are. But are cracked spores really that superior over the rest of the mushroom?
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Precious herb ‘Tian Ma’ fights depression
CM NEWS - An ancient, precious and expensive Chinese herb might possess anti-depressant effect, according to a new study by scientists at the National Taiwan University.
Magnolia bark acts like antidepressant
CM NEWS - The two active ingredients of the bark of magnolias that have generated research interests to their anti-tumour and anti-inflammatory activities also exhibits antidepressant-like effects, a new study says.
Honokiol (厚樸酚) and magnolol (和厚樸酚) are the main constituents simultaneously identified in the barks of Magnolia officinalis, which have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of respiratory and intestinal disorders.
Highland herb treats depression, new trial confirms
CM NEWS, Medicinal News Today - A new clinical trial has found that an extract of Rhodiola rosea (hong jing tian in Chinese, 紅景天) roots and rhizomes demonstrated anti-depressive activity in patients with mild to moderate depression.
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Acupuncture ‘increases IVF success’ by 65%
Times - Women who undergo IVF increase their chances of pregnancy if they are also treated with acupuncture, a new analysis suggests.
The benefits may be large — a 65% increase in the chance of becoming pregnant, and a 91% increase in the number of live births.
Herbal sex remedy linked to cancer
Reuters, CanWest - Two men seeking to boost sexual performance and grow bigger muscles instead ended up with advanced prostate cancer after taking “herbal” supplements, US doctors said.
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Sex drive booster bean improves sperm quality, cuts stress in infertile men
CM NEWS - Extract of a bean used in Indian and Chinese traditional medicines as sex drive booster, known in modern days for being a dopamine engine, has been shown as effective in reducing stress and improving quality of semen of infertile men.
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