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Herbal medicines are effective for seizure disorders: Review

June 27, 2019 -

The team also looked at drug-herb interactions, especially on silymarin, green tea (Camellia sinensis), St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum), grapefruit, and black and long pepper.

Herbs.news has more on plants with anti-convulsive properties.

Journal Reference:

Zimmerman C, Yarnell E. HERBAL MEDICINES FOR SEIZURES. Alternative and Complementary Therapies. 2018;24(6):281–290. DOI: 10.1089/act.2018.29194.eya

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Drinking tea may be like the fountain of youth

September 01, 2016 -

Science also suggests that drinking tea can boost your metabolism and aid weight loss efforts. The catechins found in green tea, particularly, have shown great stimulating effects on metabolism. Studies also suggest that people who drink green tea may have higher bone mineral density, and be less likely to develop osteoporosis. The polyphenols in green tea may also help protect against the development of cognitive decline as people age, and prevent diseases like Alzheimer’s....

Drinking tea may be like the fountain of youth

September 01, 2016 -

Science also suggests that drinking tea can boost your metabolism and aid weight loss efforts. The catechins found in green tea, particularly, have shown great stimulating effects on metabolism. Studies also suggest that people who drink green tea may have higher bone mineral density, and be less likely to develop osteoporosis. The polyphenols in green tea may also help protect against the development of cognitive decline as people age, and prevent diseases like Alzheimer’s....

TCM herbal formula found to stop metastatic breast cancer from spreading

August 19, 2019 -

Herbal formula made from TCM herbs shows antitumor, anti-metastatic, and osteoprotective activities

The incidence and mortality of cancer metastasis is high. Metastasis refers to the ability of cancer to spread from its site of origin to other tissues and organs. Some chemotherapeutic agents can control the metastasis of certain types of cancer, but conventional treatments are still limited in this regard. Hence, it is not surprising that, despite the availability of these agents, ...

So many teas, so little time: Which ones have the most health benefits?

July 09, 2019 -

The origin of tea and its health benefits

Tea, the second most consumed beverage in the world, is an aromatic drink prepared by steeping fresh leaves or buds in hot water. These leaves and buds are obtained from the tea plant known as Camellia sinensis. This small tree is native to Southeast Asia but is now cultivated in other parts of the world. The leaves and buds used to make tea are picked from this tree three to four times every year between spring and fall.

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Meta-analysis of observational studies suggest tea consumption can improve bone mineral density

March 04, 2019 -

Earlier studies have evaluated the link between tea consumption and the risk of osteoporosis, but the results are inconsistent. Therefore, researchers from China reviewed existing observational studies to evaluate the association between tea consumption and the risk of osteoporosis.

For the current review, the Chinese researchers included 16 articles that examined a total of 138,523 individuals. Seven studies on bone mineral density showed that bone mineral density increased ...

Nanoparticles made from tea leaves halted the growth of up to 80% of lung cancer cells, new study shows

July 11, 2018 -

In the study, researchers from Swansea University in the U.K., K.S. Rangasamy Institute of Technology, and Bharathiar University in India combined tea leaf extract with cadmium sulfate (CdSO4) and sodium sulfide (Na2S). The combination formed nanoparticles that penetrated the nanopores of cancer cells. The research group carried out fluorescence emission and flow cytometry analyses in order to further understand the function of CdS Qds in bioimaging and cytotoxicity effect in ...

Research Examines Reported Cognitive and Calming Effects of Tea

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Tea consumption is associated with reported effects on mental focus and calm, according to historical and contemporary sources. These effects are attributed to compounds found in the Camellia sinensis plant, the source of all true teas, including green, black, and white varieties. [1]

Modern research investigates the biochemical mechanisms behind these reported benefits, which have been recognized for millennia. Tea originated in ancient China, with its ...

Drinking oolong tea found to help promote weight loss

April 02, 2019 -

Tea, such as green tea, black tea, and oolong tea, is loaded with polyphenol compounds, such as epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), epigallocatechin, epicatechin gallate (ECG), epicatechin (EC), caffeine, and gallic acid. The drink has been shown to possess many biological activities, such as alleviating metabolic syndrome and fatty liver. Earlier studies have also shown that tea exhibited anti-obesity effects. (Related: Oolong tea: Why it's good for you.)

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What’s in a name? Learning the difference between black tea and green tea

March 10, 2019 -

Facts about black and green tea

Both black and green tea are made from the tea plant (Camellia sinensis), but the former is fermented while the latter is not.

When making black tea, the tea leaves are first rolled then exposed to the air to start the fermentation process. During the fermentation process, many of the natural benefits of black tea are either diminished or inactivated.

After they are fermented, black tea leaves turn dark brown. The fermentation ...

Overweight women greatly benefit from drinking green tea

February 25, 2019 -

Researchers from National Yang-Ming University and Taipei City Hospital found a natural way to reduce LDL levels in green tea. This widely consumed beverage is made from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, aptly called the tea plant. It contains polyphenols and flavonoids like epicatechin (EC), epigallocatechin (EGC), epicatechin gallate (ECG), and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). These compounds are responsible for the beneficial effects of green tea, including its ...

Study: Drinking oolong tea can help reverse aging

February 14, 2023 -

For the 2021 study, researchers conducted a randomized controlled clinical trial of 43 healthy adult men. The volunteers were between the ages of 50 and 72.

Results of the study suggest that making evidence-based lifestyle changes could help reduce biological age.Lifestyle changes and tea consumption

The test group took part in an eight-week treatment program that included guidance on health-related factors like:

Those in the control ...

Top 10 types of tea contaminated with toxic heavy metals

a long time ago - camellia sinensis plant. Since buds are picked early, the tea is less likely contaminated by aluminum. Consuming aluminum regularly can lead to pulmonary, neurological and skeletal problems. It’s still susceptible to contamination by other heavy metals, particular if it comes from China.  Tea plants grown near industrial areas or highways can absorb lead from the environment, and this is particularly problematic in places like China.(1,3,4)

Oolong tea

Oolong tea is made ...

Top 10 medicinal plants for natural sunburn relief

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Top 10 medicinal plants for natural sunburn relief

September 28th, 2015, by Carol Young

Medicinal plants have been used for millennia to treat wounds, burns and common maladies. Many practitioners of traditional medicine believe in the natural healing power of nature itself, and today people continue to rely on medicinal plants to treat common problems such as sunburn.

Sunburns are caused by radiation from the sun and, normally, ...

Top 10 types of tea contaminated with toxic heavy metals

a long time ago - camellia sinensis plant. Since buds are picked early, the tea is less likely contaminated by aluminum. Consuming aluminum regularly can lead to pulmonary, neurological and skeletal problems. It’s still susceptible to contamination by other heavy metals, particular if it comes from China.  Tea plants grown near industrial areas or highways can absorb lead from the environment, and this is particularly problematic in places like China.(1,3,4)

Oolong tea

Oolong tea is made ...

Green tea found to have practical antioxidant applications for preserving stored food

November 22, 2019 -

Lipid oxidation reduces the commercial shelf-life of food products – affecting their color, flavor, and texture, as well as decreasing the nutritional quality of food – all of which reduce the acceptability by consumers leading them to reject the product.

In their study, the research team examined the antioxidant potential of freeze-dried green tea in hamburgers. They treated hamburgers with a placebo, butylhydroxytoluene (BHT), and three different levels of freeze-dried ...

Coffee versus matcha: Which gives you better sleep? (Yes, sleep)

May 26, 2020 -

Caffeine is a stimulant and consuming too many caffeinated drinks can affect your sleep quality. But if you're a hardcore coffee lover who can't function without a cup of joe, you may want to switch to green tea, which offers many health benefits.Benefits of drinking coffee

Drinking coffee offers benefits, such as lowering diabetes risk. Coffee also helps reduce your risk for certain types of cancer and helps promote brain health.

Coffee is full of antioxidants, and ...

7 Herbal teas that may boost sleep, digestion, immunity and overall wellness

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For centuries, people around the world have turned to herbal teas to ease common ailments, calm the mind and support overall wellness. From soothing upset stomachs to promoting restful sleep, these fragrant brews remain a staple in traditional medicine cabinets. Interestingly, herbal teas are not "true teas" at all.

True teas, including green, black and oolong, come from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Herbal teas, by contrast, are ...

Inhaling aromatic oils can help you feel less tired, new study finds

February 14, 2019 -

Central fatigue often results from the dysfunction of the central nervous system. People with this condition don't exhibit cognitive failure or motor weakness. However, they usually show signs and symptoms like fatigue sensation, weakness of physical function, low efficiency during mental tasks, anxiety, and depression. The complex state of central fatigue can be induced by heavy physical and mental tasks, like sleep deprivation. The development of this condition has also ...

Organic cosmetics guru Aubrey Hampton exposes the industry and its toxic ingredients

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Organic cosmetics guru Aubrey Hampton exposes the industry and its toxic ingredients

October 29th, 2015, by Julie Wilson

Skin is our bodies’ largest organ, so we all should be especially cautious about what we apply to it. This is particularly important considering personal care products applied to the skin can be absorbed into our bloodstream: think nicotine or birth control patches.

Which substances readily absorb into ...