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11/23/2021
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By Mary Villareal
Intermittent fasting helps reduce inflammation, scientists find
Intermittent fasting, an eating pattern that has become popular recently, can benefit the body not only by helping reduce weight, but also by reducing inflammation. Researchers from the Intermountain Healthcare Heart Institute concluded that intermittent fasting can increase the levels of galectin-3, a protein said to be involved in the regulation of inflammatory responses. Benjamin Horne, principal […]
07/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the beneficial properties of Agkistrodon halys venom (from the Siberian pit viper)
Researchers at Wanan Medical College in China investigated the effects of an extract from Agkistrodon halys (Siberian pit viper) venom on lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced myocardial injury. They reported their findings in an article published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Snake venom is known to contain plenty of bioactive compounds that could potentially have therapeutic effects. […]
07/13/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Is this why kids are so happy? Researchers discover anti-inflammatory fat in soil-dwelling bacterium that can help relieve stress
A fat molecule found in Mycobacterium vaccae, a soil-dwelling bacterium, is behind its potent anti-stress effects, according to a recent study. Published in Psychopharmacology, it revealed that a lipid called 10(Z)-hexadecenoic acid in M. vaccae inhibits inflammation in the brain. The researchers behind the study also reported that cells became more resistant to inflammation upon exposure to the said […]
05/10/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Flavonoids from fruit can help protect you from viper venom
Flavonoids are active compounds produced by plants as part of their natural defense against microbial pathogens. In edible plants like vegetables, flavonoids serve as both pigments and regulators of their growth. Meanwhile in fruits and flowers, these useful compounds provide them with aroma and color. They also attract pollinators, eventually assisting in fruit dispersion, as […]
04/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Cannabinoid receptor 2 activation is key to preventing local and systemic inflammatory bone destruction in rheumatoid arthritis patients
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is one of the most important systems in the human body. It is composed of cannabinoid receptor proteins (CB1 and CB2), chemical activators (endocannabinoids) and enzymes, and is widely distributed throughout the body, especially in the brain. According to studies, the ECS influences all the major organ systems inside the body, including […]
02/11/2020
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By Grace Olson
Scientists discover a soil bacteria that can protect against stress
The health industry is full of diets, exercises and therapies for stress relief. But researchers from the U.S., Hungary and the U.K. suggest a more down-to-earth stress buster – with dirt. In their study, which was published in the journal Psychopharmacology, the team found that Mycobacterium vaccae, a bacterium found in soil, produces an anti-inflammatory fatty acid that can reduce inflammation and […]
10/09/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Next time you eat an avocado, don’t throw out the pit: It’s great for treating inflammation
The avocado is considered one of the healthiest fruits on the planet. This superfruit is packed with nutrients and healthy fats that promote heart health. Hence, it’s no surprise that it has found its way to the top of the list of the most consumed fruits, together with apple and berries. But while the fruit is […]
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