Herb Triggers Cancer Cell Death

A substance found in the popular Chinese herb huang qin triggers the death of tumor cells, while having virtually no effect on healthy cells.Many researchers have looked to the capability of controlled cell suicide as a means of fighting cancer. But it is a risky approach, because it involves the danger of damaging healthy tissue, [...]

Could Magnolia Bark Be an Antidepressant?

The active ingredients of magnolia bark, honokiol and magnolol have already generated research interest based on their anti-tumor and anti-inflammatory properties. New research finds that they may also exhibit antidepressant-like effects.
The two magnolia constituents are used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of respiratory and intestinal disorders.
A team of researchers looked at the [...]

Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Heart and Stroke Risk

People with low vitamin D levels face an increased risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke. The danger is particularly acute among those with high blood pressure.
Researchers examined more than 1700 people over a period of 5 years, taking periodic blood samples to gauge vitamin D levels. Those with low levels had a 60 [...]

Drugs Offer No Benefit in Curbing Aggression, Study Finds

The drugs most widely used to manage aggressive outbursts in intellectually disabled people are no more effective than placebos for most patients and may be less so, researchers report.
The finding, being published Friday, sharply challenges standard medical practice in mental health clinics and nursing homes in the United States and around the world.
In recent years, [...]

Brisk walking regime can alleviate stress in menopausal women

Menopausal women who suffer from stress, anxiety or depression can benefit from undertaking a regular walking routine, new research suggests.
“With the aging population, physical activity represents one way for women to stay mentally healthy. Physical activity can help throughout the menopausal transition and afterwards,” Temple University public health researcher Deborah Nelson, the study’s lead author, said [...]

Ginger Inhibits Ovarian Cancer Cell Growth

Ginger inhibits the growth of ovarian cancer cells, and also modulates the secretion of angiogenic factors.
Angiogenesis is the growth of new blood vessels from pre-existing vessels. While it is a normal process of growth and development, it is also a fundamental step in the transition of tumors from a dormant state to a malignant state.
Ginger [...]

Does Chemo for Breast Cancer Cause More Harm Than Good?

New studies suggest that many women with breast cancer can opt for gentler versions of chemotherapy, or skip it altogether, without harming their chances of overcoming the illness.
One study found that a gene test called Oncotype DX can determine whether or not a patient will benefit from chemotherapy. The test measures the activity of 21 [...]