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A summary of key information about the herbal remedy ginseng. Includes Etymology, Traditional uses, Modern science and ginseng, Ginseng and reproductive activity, Side effects, potential for Overdose. Ginseng refers to species within Panax, a genus of 11 species of slow-growing perennial plants with fleshy roots, in the family Araliaceae. They gro...(
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Results of this study suggest the possibility that regular green tea consumption may be preventive against recurrence of breast cancer in early stage cases. Cancer Lett. 2001 Jun 26;167(2):175-82.Click here to read Links
Regular consumption of green tea and the risk of breast cancer recurrence: follow-up study from the Hospital-based Epidemio...(
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The findings in this study support the hypothesis that black tea consumption reduces the risk of rectal cancer. Ann Epidemiol. 2003 Jul;13(6):405-11.Click here to read Links
Black tea consumption and risk of rectal cancer in Moscow population.
Dora I, Arab L, Martinchik A, Sdvizhkov A, Urbanovich L, Weisgerber U.
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This article details a study which provides direct evidence that tea polyphenols may act as chemopreventive agents against gastric and esophageal cancer development. Carcinogenesis. 2002 Sep;23(9):1497-503.Click here to read Links
Urinary tea polyphenols in relation to gastric and esophageal cancers: a prospective study of men in Shanghai, Ch...(
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A systematic review of randomized controlled trials was conducted to determine the efficacy of St. John's Wort in the treatment of mild to moderate depression. All studies demonstrated a significant drop in the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale scores for clients taking SJW compared with placebo or pharmaceutical antidepressants. Holist Nurs Pract...(
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A look at how effective St. John's wort is in helping people quit smoking and the associated benefit of relieving depression. There is an association between smoking and depression, yet the herbal antidepressant St John's wort herb extract has not previously been investigated as an aid in smoking cessation. Concludes that there is little use in tak...(
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Study of the effects of yoga and ayurveda on geriatric depression. An integrated approach of yoga including the mental and philosophical aspects in addition to the physical practices was useful for institutionalized older persons. J Gerontol Nurs. 2007 Feb;33(2):17-23.Links
Assessing depression following two ancient Indian interventions: effe...(
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Factors associated with diminished libido in midlife are complex but include depression, disturbed sleep, and night sweats, all common symptoms of the menopausal transition and early menopause.
baseline data from the Herbal Alternatives for Menopause Trial (HALT) Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2007 Jun;196(6):593.e1-7; discussion 593.e7.Click here to read ...(
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Article compares stigma of depression treatments (prescription medication, mental health counseling, herbal remedy, spiritual counseling) amongst African Americans and whites. J Gen Intern Med. 2007 Sep;22(9):1292-7. Epub 2007 Jul 4.
Stigma and the acceptability of depression treatments among african americans and whites.
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St. John's wort, a look at the role of active compounds for its mechanism of action and efficacy. Concludes that several of the compounds in the herb contribute to its effect in treating depression Wien Med Wochenschr. 2007 Jul;157(13-14):356-361.
St. John's wort: Role of active compounds for its mechanism of action and efficacy.
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Study shows that Saw Palmetto is useful in inhibiting development of prostate cancer and does not interfere with the cells ability to secrete PSA. Int J Cancer. 2005 Mar 20;114(2):190-4.
Serenoa repens (Permixon) inhibits the 5alpha-reductase activity of human prostate cancer cell lines without interfering with PSA expression.
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Clinical trials of patients with prostate cancer taking a herbal combination known as PC-SPES containing chrysanthemum, isatis, licorice, Ganoderma lucidum, Panax pseudo-ginseng, Rabdosia rubescens, saw palmetto, and scutellaria. There were positive results with the treatment retarding the development of the disease. J Altern Complement Med. 2000 ...(
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General information and background article about the uses of Tea Tree Oil for various applications including the treatment of Acne and infections. Tea Tree Oil uses
Now that Tea Tree Oil prices have dropped and the hype has hopefully worn off. I thought it would be nice to research a little more as to what kind of benefits we can get from the l...(
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An informative article detailing the side effects of taking herbal supplements including garlic, ginger, and ginkgo biloba and ginseng while using the medication Warfarin (Coumadin). Garlic, Ginseng, Ginkgo Biloba, and Ginger Require Caution With Coumadin
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Provides a strong viewpoint on the banning of the Chinese medicinal herb Ma Huang, also known as ephedra. The basic contention is that the decision is based on racism against the chinese community and not on any scientific evidence that has been presented concerning the potential harm that the substance can do. A fairly extreme viewpoint is taken r...(
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This article explains the various treatments that are (or have been)in popular use for treating acne. Interesting non-biased information including the history, effectiveness, side effects etc. of the various acne treatments. Used to treat mild, moderate and severe acne, the effectiveness of over-the-counter medications lies in the product’s active...(
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An interesting article with some common sense advice for people wishing to treat acne naturally. Includes advice on adjusting diet, cleaning practices and other herbal remedies for acne. Treating Acne With Working Herbal Remedies
Acne is undeniably the most universal of maladies which demographically affect all segments regardless of sex and ag...(
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This article, found on a site which also sells the treatment, is basically an infomercial for this product. Essentially it provides one person's quite subjective viewpoint. There is no real evidence of its success. Hopefully a counter article will be posted soon... Acnezine acne product review introduction
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This article outlines the trend among people suffering depression to seek herbal remedies to their problem. The main advantage of pursuing this approach is that there are fewer and less severe side effects than with prescription drugs. The article discusses St. John's Wort in detail. Depression Is No Match for Herbal Treatments
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An in depth article discussing the benefits of ginseng supplementation. Several research studies are discussed in depth. A balanced and fair assessment is given. Some of the specifics include: ginsengs interaction with Antioxidants and lipids, ginseng as a treatment for erectile dysfunction and as an aphrodisiac plus more... What Ginseng supp...(
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