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Dynamic duo: Why TURMERIC and BLACK PEPPER are a powerful combination

2 days ago -

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has substantial amounts of the plant compound curcumin. This phytochemical is a strong antioxidant that also boasts of being able to fight inflammation, bacteria and fungi. But this bright yellow spice has one drawback – the body cannot absorb it well, with most amounts of curcumin being eliminated.

Meanwhile, black pepper (Piper nigrum) is rich in piperine, a bioactive compound that gives this spice its signature pungency. Piperine is similar to the ...

New natural protocols and lifestyle treatments are desperately needed to tackle heart disease

a month ago - alkaloid is isolated primarily from barberry plants but can be found in a range of exotic plants, including but not limited to: Chinese goldthread, amur cork tree bark, zanthoxylum berries, and soursop.

A 2022 meta-analysis looked at 44 studies involving berberine. The findings were promising. Not only did berberine improve blood lipids, but it also reduced inflammation at atherosclerosis with minimal risks. According to the study, berberine reduces stroke risk and artery ...

Berberine is an alkaloid that plays an essential role in metabolic and cardiovascular health

December 15, 2018 -

Berberine is found in several plants around the world. In North America, its predominant source is Oregon grape (Mahonia aquifolium), while in China, it is derived from the Chinese goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Berberine can also be found in goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) and barberry (Berberis vulgaris).

People in North America used the alkaloid to prevent infections, ease digestive stress, and as a blood toner. In China, it is known for its bitter taste ...

What are some of the health benefits of quassia wood?

February 16, 2021 - alkaloid compounds, two of which were identified as the major quassia bark alkaloid, 4?methoxy?1?vinyl?B?carboline, and a novel alkaloid, 6?hydroxy?4?methoxy?1?vinyl?B?carboline. The researchers were unable to identify the third alkaloid due to poor yield.

The researchers then tested the two compounds in vitro and found that both exhibit antimalarial activities against multi-drug resistant Thai isolates of Plasmodium falciparum. P. falciparum ...

Researchers say that a traditional Ethiopian plant shows potential as a natural cure for malaria

November 14, 2018 - alkaloid fraction.

Next, the researchers created a mice model of malaria. They infected the lab animals with malarial parasites of the Plasmodium berghei species. Some uninfected mice were kept as the positive control. Likewise, a group of infected animals were set aside to serve as the negative control.

The rest of the infected mice received the crude methanol extract or one of the fractions derived from that extract. The doses for each treatment were set ...

Compounds from two Nigerian vegetables found to inhibit enzymes implicated in neurodegenerative diseases

December 24, 2020 - alkaloids isolated from these vegetables on the activities of enzymes involved in neurodegeneration.

The researchers reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements.Alkaloids from two African vegetables can inhibit enzymes that break down neurotransmitters

Plants produce alkaloids as part of their defense mechanism against herbivores. Alkaloids are known to have pharmacological properties that ...

The soda apple holds potential as alternative cancer treatment

July 29, 2018 -

Further studies, according to researchers, should look at the exact mechanisms of cell death to determine potential uses.

Read the full text of the study at this link.

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Journal Reference:

Burger T, Mokoka T, Fouché G, Steenkamp P, Steenkamp V, Cordier W. SOLAMARGINE, A BIOACTIVE STEROIDAL ALKALOID ISOLATED FROM SOLANUM ACULEASTRUM ...

2 Commonly consumed vegetables in southern Nigeria found to prevent neurodegeneration

February 27, 2019 -

Support for this study came from Federal University of Technology Akure. Its findings were released in the Journal of Dietary Supplements.

The researchers concluded that the alkaloids in utazi and Lasianthera africana possessed potential as adjuncts for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.

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Journal Reference:

Nwanna EE, Adebayo ...

A traditional Ethiopian medicine may be the next malaria cure

October 18, 2018 -

The Addis Ababa University supported their study. They published their paper in the Ethiopian Pharmaceutical Journal.

The researchers stated that their results supported the therapeutic use of the root of Kleinia abyssinica in Ethiopian ethnomedicine. Furthermore, they believed that the alkaloids in the root contributed to the overall antimalarial activity of the plant extracts.

You can get more articles about other African ...

Good for pets, too: Herbal treatment made from ferns can treat kidney stones in pets

October 13, 2018 - alkaloid, and polyphenol," he posited in his report. "Its potassium ion and flavonoid possess diuretics functional, as antioxidant and anti-inflammation, whereas its alkaloid and polyphenol [have] antioxidant [activities]." He also added that the water clover also contains chemical substances that have a synergistic effect in destroying crystals and even preventing the condition.

To mimic the condition, male Wistar rats were given a combination of ethylene ...

Plant cure for opioid addiction taking heat from the FDA: Claims of danger most likely linked to its impact on Big Pharma’s bottom line

December 04, 2017 - alkaloid found in kratom, was found to activate opioid receptors in the brain without triggering any side effects such as respiratory depression. The AKA has also published its analysis which illustrates that kratom has multiple benefits such as reliving pain and fatigue, enhanced outlook and well-being, improved interactions, and increased performance at work. The study also explains that kratom has a low toxicity and has no adverse reactions such as liver damage.

Additionally, ...

The stunning science on berberine brings hope for cancer patients

May 09, 2019 -

Berberine is an alkaloid found in barberry, goldenseal, tree turmeric, and other common plants. It fights harmful oxidation and inflammation, and provides support to the immune system.

Almost every existing system of traditional medicine use berberine to treat various symptoms and diseases. Now, modern science provides proof that the alkaloid can also be used to help manage cancer.

Like any living cell, a cancer cell uses metabolism to turn food ...

Plants “adapt or die” too: Study finds botanical defense mechanisms evolve based on herbivores’ immunity to chemical toxins

March 20, 2018 - alkaloids, which are poisonous to mammals such as dogs and humans.

The Academy researchers were able to determine the first time dogbane and milkweeds evolved the ability to produce pyrrolizidine alkaloids. They were also able to count the number of times the plants stopped producing the toxic chemicals. (Related: Milkweed sap cures common skin cancers.)Dogbane and milkweeds have butterflies to blame

Livshultz's team identified a single origin of the ...

All you need to know about maca

August 31, 2016 - alkaloid, and the root’s main bioactive substance.

The reported benefits of maca root include increased endurance, libido and fertility, reduced depression, better cognitive function, strengthened immune system and even a reduction in signs of aging.

Current trials have yet to fully determine the actuality of these reported benefits, but a recent study showed a positive relationship between the consumption of maca powder over placebo in reducing the negative ...

Compounds in foxtail found to show potential in treating toothache and heartburn

October 25, 2018 - alkaloid beta-carboline and an acetophenone. The presence of beta-carboline was attributed to foxtail's ability to relieve pain, which is how this compound works in the central nervous system. Previous studies have shown that beta-carboline has relaxant, anticonvulsant, antitumor, and antimicrobial properties, which means that foxtail can also be used for these effects.

Aside from phytochemical analysis, the researchers also determined the antimicrobial activity ...

Experimental study finds the velvet bean to be a promising natural treatment for depression

September 27, 2018 - alkaloid fraction or as an amino acid fraction improved neurotransmitter levels better than both the antidepressants and the medications used to treat Parkinson’s. Further, it was shown that the legume was not associated with any adverse side effect, a usual complaint from psychiatric drugs.

It was concluded that velvet bean may serve as an alternative remedy for depression associated with Parkinson’s disease.

A few more notes on velvet bean

Velvet ...

Your SHTF medicinal herb kit should contain yarrow

August 09, 2018 - alkaloid component of the plant, has powerful styptic properties. Because of this though, yarrow must not be administered to pregnant or nursing women – as well as those who are prone to excessive blood clotting – especially in tea form.

Using yarrow for wounds

You can pick several stems of yarrow and tie them together into a sort of bouquet. Ideally, a bundle can have three to five plants. Remember to leave some, especially the hardiest ones, so they can propagate ...

Foraging 101: How to identify poisonous plants in the wild (and in your garden)

June 17, 2020 -

If you plan to augment your food supply with foraged edibles, learn how to differentiate between plants and berries that are safe to eat and common poisonous plants in your garden and in the wild. (h/t to PreppersWill.com)Edible plants with poisonous parts

Here is a list edible plants with poisonous parts you need to avoid, especially when SHTF and you don't have access to emergency medical services.

Toxic compounds in common poisonous plants

Toxic ...

Moringa 101: All you need to know about its health benefits, medicinal applications and nutrient profile

August 07, 2019 - alkaloids and minerals such as magnesium and calcium. It also has anti-inflammatory and anti-ulcer activities. The alkaloid content of the root bark is responsible for both bioactivities and can even help in relaxing cardiac muscles.

The benefits of moringa extend beyond food and medicine. Its seeds are also pressed for their oil, which can be used in perfumes, cosmetics, and lubrication. In agriculture, moringa is highly valued for its ability to increase ...