(Natural News) In this review, researchers from different universities in China systematically summarized the chemical composition and medicinal properties of mulberry, which is used to treat diabetes. This article was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a serious metabolic disorder that affects numerous people all over the world. Traditional herbal medicines are still widely […]

(Natural News) Patients with eczema often resign themselves to living with the allergic condition while managing its symptoms. Fortunately, they may experience relief from the effects of atopic dermatitis with the aid of simple home remedies. A remedy may be a complementary therapy that improves the quality of life of a patient alongside a prescribed conventional […]

(Natural News) Researchers from The Ohio State University wrote a systematic review about antiviral herbal medicines that appeared in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. They detailed the ability of these herbal medicines to inhibit the replication of the influenza virus. The rapid mutation of the influenza virus makes it a significant threat to the well-being of a variety of organisms. The high […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the U.S., Hong Kong, and Vietnam evaluated the anti-HIV and cytotoxic activities of compounds isolated from several Litsea plant species. The results of their study were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Litsea verticillata is a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat swelling caused by injury or by snakebites. L. […]

(Natural News) Myrrh is a sap-like substance extracted from the Commiphora myrrha tree. Use of this plant extract dates back to Biblical times, most notably as one of the gifts of the three kings during the Nativity. Nowadays, people use myrrh as a perfume, flavoring agent, or essential oil. According to research, myrrh possesses powerful antiseptic, […]

(Natural News) You might have heard that echinacea is great at reducing colds. Although that’s an impressive feat on its own, its uses actually extend far beyond that. Here’s a look at the many scientifically-proven benefits of this plant. Part of the daisy family, echinacea is a flowering plant that grows wildly across the eastern […]

(Natural News) The radish is an overlooked vegetable that was more popular in years gone by. The edible white root vegetable isn’t part of most people’s everyday diet, probably because of its pungent taste. But this root vegetable is nutritious and can be eaten in many ways. Here are 10 reasons why you should occasionally […]

(Natural News) People have long used medicinal plants to treat various diseases. Researchers from the University of Pretoria in South Africa, however, found an interesting application for these benefits. In their article, which appeared in the journal Animal Production Science, the team suggested using these plants to reduce methane production, as well as subsequent emission, […]

(Natural News) Researchers continue to discover more health benefits that plants can offer. In a recent study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, a team of researchers from Chung Shan Medical University in Taiwan found that the black nightshade plant (Solanum nigrum) may be used to prevent tumor growth. Black nightshade is an […]

(Natural News) Korean researchers investigated the anti-inflammatory potential of Xanthium strumarium, a plant extensively used in traditional Chinese medicine. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Rough cocklebur (X. strumarium) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for many years to treat arthritis, bronchitis, and rhinitis. The researchers investigated the mechanism by which it ameliorates […]