Cinnamon, an ancient spice obtained from the inner bark of trees belonging to the genus Cinnamomum, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. In recent years, scientific studies have increasingly supported the health benefits of cinnamon, particularly its potential to combat flu infections.
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The distinct smell and flavo...
Star Anise - H5N1 Avian Flu Mar 20, 2023 2 months ago
Star Anise is the seed pod of the fruit of the Illicium verum plant. It is a star-shaped, dark-brown spice that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. Its unique flavor, often described as sweet and licorice-like, is a key ingredient in several recipes and is also used a key ingredient in the Chinese five-spice powder and the popular Vietnamese soup, phở. However, this a...
Herbs And Phytochemicals - Roselle - Obesity Mar 08, 2023 3 months ago
Obesity is a growing problem in many countries and is a complex and relapsing disorder associated with excessive accumulation of body fat due to an imbalance between energy intake and expenditure through metabolic, physical and other activities.
Changes in diets and lifestyles have contributed to obesity becoming an increasing issue in both adults and children worldwide.
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Source: Phytochemical News Oct 10, 2021 2 years ago
Phytochemical News: A new study led by researchers from University of South Florida Health has discovered that the phytochemical compound Fenchol has the same beneficial effect as gut-derived metabolites such as short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in reducing neurotoxic amyloid-beta in the brain.
To date, multiple emerging evidence indicates that the gut microbiota contributes to the pathology...
Cancer-Herbs: Researchers from the Translational Genomics Research Institute-Phoenix (an affiliate of City of Hope), Baylor Institute for Immunology Research-Dallas and the Salk Institute for Biological Studies-San Diego have in a new study found that a phytochemical derived from the Tripterygium Wilfordii Plant (Commonly called thunder god vine) is able to kill cancer cells and potentially improv...
Source: Thailand Medical News Jan 20, 2020 3 years ago
Moringa (Moringa oleifera, or M. oleifera, มะรุม) , also called Marum in Thai, is mainly touted for its high concentration of antioxidants, as well as its ability to lower blood sugar, improve heart health, and reduce inflammation as well as other health benefits.
Although still new to the West, this small tree, moringa oleifera, has been highly valued for centuries i...
Source: Thailand Medical News Oct 21, 2019 4 years ago
THAI HERBS
Krachai in Thai language refers to Kaempferia Galanga, so the real translation for this Thai root (Krachaidam) in English is Black Galanga and not Black Gingerwhich unfortunately most people like to refer to it as.It is recognised as one of the 5 economically important Thai Herbs in the country.
Krachai Dam Is an herbaceous plant belonging to the Zingiberaceae...
Source: Thailand Medical News Jul 15, 2019 4 years ago
Kaffir lime or Citrus hystrix, a tropical fruit that is native to various parts of Asia including Thailand . Aside from its culinary uses, due to its uniquely tart and pleasant flavor, kaffir lime is also highly respected in traditional herbal medicine, due to its high content of beneficial organic compounds that can positively affect the body’s systems. The oil...
Source: Thailand Medical News May 19, 2019 4 years ago
Pueraria mirifica is a plant that grows in Thailand, India and other parts of Southeast Asia. For centuries, the roots of Pueraria mirifica have been used as a traditional Thai antiaging and rejuvenation medicine to promote youthfulness in women.
Relieves Menopausal Symptoms
One of the main phytochemicals found in Pueraria mirifica is a type of chemical that ...
Commonly called Bai Bua Bok in Thai, its scientific name is Centella asiatica. Some also call it spadeleaf, Jal Bahmi, Asiatic pennywort, Indian pennywort, or hydrocotyle. Still, its most popular name is gotu kola.
Belonging to the family of carrots, gotu kola is a perennial creeping herb, growing in dark and moist climates of Thailand ,South Africa, Indonesia, Australia, China,...
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Lemongrass, is an herb which belongs to the grass family of Poaceae,1 and is also known as Cymbopogon citratus. It is utilized for its...
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