(Natural News) Since ancient times, various herbs have been used by traditional healers to treat ailments that afflict both humans and animals. The medicinal properties of these herbs come from their phytonutrient content, which they produce to either aid in metabolism or as a byproduct of the said process. Phytonutrients are mainly classified into carotenoids and polyphenols. […]
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(Natural News) Vernonia colorata, commonly known as bitterleaf or lowveld tree vernonia, is a small, flowering shrub that’s native to Africa. It is widely used in African countries as a treatment for various ailments. In fact, bitterleaf has demonstrated strong anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activity in several studies. In an article published in The Journal of Phytopharmacology, researchers at the Kwame Nkrumah […]
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(Natural News) In this study, researchers at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana investigated the ability of vernolide from Vernonia colorata (bitterleaf) to modulate the resistance of pathogenic bacteria toward known antibiotics. Their findings were published in The Journal of Phytopharmacology. The resistance modulatory activities of natural products have gained scientific interest in recent […]
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(Natural News) Glossogyne tenuifolia or hsiang ju is a common perennial herb that grows in the coastal areas of Penghu Island in Taiwan. It has a long history of use as a folk medicine and is known for its liver-protective properties. In a recent study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers from Taiwan and Vietnam […]
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(Natural News) Salvia officinalis, also known as common sage, is a well-known culinary herb with medicinal properties. Besides its anti-microbial activities, the common sage is also known for its ability to manage menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and excessive sweating. However, not much is known about the mechanism behind its favorable effects. In a study published in the […]
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(Natural News) Gram-negative bacteria, which are classified based on the color (red) they turn to after Gram staining, can be found everywhere, even in the human gut. Many known bacterial pathogens are Gram-negative, such as Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Chlamydia trachomatis and Vibrio cholerae. According to studies, Gram-negative bacteria are inherently resistant to macrolide antibiotics, which are widely […]
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(Natural News) A good prepper knows that even weeds shouldn’t be dismissed when SHTF. For example, broadleaf plantain (Plantago major) is a medicinal herb that can be used to make a healing salve for various skin conditions. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) And the broadleaf plantain is often found in your garden or backyard. Plantain, a versatile and medicinal […]
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