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Feasibility of Integrating Tripterygium wilfordii into Modern Cancer Therapy for Increased Efficacy with Minimal Toxicity [PDF]

, 2016
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S., and millions of novel cancer cases are being diagnosed each year. While chemotherapy and ionizing radiation are effective treatments against these malignant tumors, the adverse effects that ...
Vo, Andy
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Clinical characteristics and prognostic factors of COVID-19 in rheumatic patients and their family members: a retrospective study

Frontiers in Immunology
BackgroundPatients with rheumatic diseases who receive long-term treatment with steroids, immunosuppressants, or biologics are more susceptible to infection with pathogens than the general population.
Yihua Fan, Yihua Fan, Yihua Fan, Yiwen Wang, Yiwen Wang, Juanli Du, Rui Wu, Jianbin Li, Changhong Xiao, Qing Li, Mi Zhou, Ying Liu, Di Zhang, Bei Wang, Songwei Li, Zhina Zhao, Xinliang Lyu, Yuanhao Wu, Yuanhao Wu, Yan Liu, Yan Liu, Xiaomei Ning, Xiaomei Ning, Zhiteng Li, Shujiao Yu, Ensheng Chen, Guangzhao Zhu, Yuxing Zhao, Yuxing Zhao, Juan Liu, Yuquan Liu, Dongyi He, Wei Liu, Wei Liu   +33 more
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Exploring the Antidiabetic and Lipid‐Lowering Properties of Nepali Wild Turmeric (Curcuma aromatica): A Potential Natural Remedy

Food Safety and Health, EarlyView.
Curcuma aromatica rhizome ethanolic extracts (400 mg/kg) showed hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activities in alloxan‐induced diabetic rats, comparable to standard drugs in reducing blood glucose levels. The extracts reduced serum cholesterol and triglycerides, increased HDL levels, and prevented weight loss.
Salma Khadka, Tshoisang Vaal, Sanjit Gurung, Keshav Dhakal, Ramesh Raj Padhaya, Sailendra Chaudhary, Bipindra Pandey   +6 more
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Analysis of black holes in our knowledge concerning animal health in the organic food production chain [PDF]

, 2003
Although a large body of research on health aspects can be found via the web or in conference proceedings, only few papers reach the peer reviewed literature.
Eijck, Ineke, Groot, Maria, Kasteel, Daniella, Kijlstra, Aize, Roest, van der, Joop   +4 more
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Exploring the Multifunctional Agents of Flavonoid‐Rich Beet Leaf Extracts: Insights From Experimental and Computational Studies

Food Safety and Health, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study evaluated the multifunctional ability of Beta vulgaris leaves in dual therapy for Alzheimer's disease (AD) and type 2 diabetes (T2D). Flavonoid‐rich extracts of B. vulgaris leaves (FREBVL) were tested for their antidiabetic properties. The inhibition of α‐amylase and α‐glucosidase was assessed. Anti‐cholinesterase activities against
Gideon Ampoma Gyebi, Damilare Emmanuel Rotimi, Moyosoreoluwa Oduba, Ifeoma Nnonyelu, Matthew Iyobhebhe, Musiliyu Ayofe Salawu, Adebola Busola Ojo, Odunayo Anthonia Taiwo, Adesoji Alani Olanrewaju, Abel Kolawole Oyebamiji, Mubarak Alruwaili, Naif H. Ali, Saud A. Alnaaim, Bshra A. Alsfouk, Gaber El‐Saber Batiha, Oluwafemi Adeleke Ojo   +15 more
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The Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Menopausal Symptoms among Chinese-American Women [PDF]

, 2009
The objectives of this research were to study the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for menopausal symptoms among Chinese-American women, and to examine the correlation between CAM use, acculturation, and CAM insurance coverage.
Chung, Rebecca Kwai-Ying
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Tannin: An Insight into its Cosmeceutical Properties and Uses

Global Challenges, EarlyView.
Filling a gap in the literature, this study identifies the emerging uses of tannin as cosmeceutical ingredient in skin and hair care products. The account offers also a green chemistry, health and economic perspective on future developments concerning the use of tannins in cosmetic products widely employed worldwide such as hair dyes and hair relaxers.
Rosaria Ciriminna, Giovanna Li Petri, Giuseppe Angellotti, Enrica Fontananova, Francesco Meneguzzo, Rafael Luque, Mario Pagliaro   +6 more
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The hedonic placebo effect of traditional medicines [PDF]

, 2012
To date, the scientific evidence on traditional medicines is scant and under-developed, yet, paradoxically individuals continue to use it and claim high satisfaction levels. What can explain this effect? Using self-collected data from Ghana we argue that
Costa-i-Font, Joan, Sato, Azusa
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Eco-Friendly Synthesized Carbon Dots from Chinese Herbal Medicine: A Review

International Journal of Nanomedicine
Yusheng Zhao, Yucong Li, Dawei Li, Huageng Yuan, Chuanan Shen Senior Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, the Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, 100048, People’s Republic of ChinaCorrespondence: Chuanan Shen, Email ...
Zhao Y, Li Y, Li D, Yuan H, Shen C
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The role of UPR‐related long noncoding RNAs in development of endocrine resistance in breast cancer

International Journal of Cancer, EarlyView.
Abstract Breast cancer patients who express estrogen receptor α (ER) typically receive endocrine therapy as a first‐line treatment. Most ER‐positive breast cancer patients initially respond to endocrine therapy, but up to 40% of patients develop resistance over time, and the main mechanism is aberrant activation of ER signaling pathways.
Wen Liu, Sahil Gupta, Sanjeev Gupta
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