Insomnia and Natural Remedies: Valerian as an Alternative Insomnia is a common sleep disorder affecting about one-third of the global adult population. Among natural alternatives to traditional sedative drugs, known for potential side effects, are herbal-based preparations, including valerian root (Valeriana officinalis L.). Clinical Study on the Efficacy of Valerian for Insomnia A…
Shiitake: Properties, Health Benefits, and Medicinal Uses of the Oriental Mushroom The shiitake is an edible mushroom native to certain areas of Asia and Oceania, such as Japan and Papua New Guinea. It is characterized by its brown, circular cap, which can reach a diameter of about 3 cm, although it is generally harvested at…
Discovery of the Longevity Herb: Sideritis Scardica and Its Potential Health Benefits, Including Alzheimer’s Disease Sideritis scardica Griseb. (Lamiaceae), a perennial hairy shrub with yellow flowers blooming on the stem, known as the “longevity tea,” grows on rocky ground at high altitudes and has been used in traditional medicine in Eastern Europe since ancient times…
Therapeutic Properties of Momordica Charantia: In-depth on Antidiabetic and Antitumor Effects Bitter melon is a plant with many beneficial compounds. It can help with diabetes and controlling blood sugar levels. This plant, from Asia, Africa, and Central Europe, is a climber in the Cucurbitaceae family. It has been studied both in vivo and in vitro.…
Highly bioavailable curcumin reduces symptoms of the common cold: a clinical study of healthy Japanese adults Common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract caused by a number of viruses, such as rhinovirus, adenovirus, coronavirus, enterovirus, influenza virus, parainfluenza virus, and respiratory syncytial virus. In mild cases, local symptoms are observed in…
The effect of date palm on sexual function in infertile couples Infertility refers to the inability of couples to be fertile after 1 year without the use of contraceptive methods. 15% of women of childbearing age are infertile. It is estimated that 10% of the population, 13% of women, 10% of men, and 15% of…