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08/31/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Natural cures for acne

Acne is the most commonly treated skin condition to date, per the American Academy of Dermatology. It’s more of an annoyance than a serious disorder, but having a severe case of acne may cause emotional stress and may eventually affect an individual’s self-esteem. What is acne? Acne usually manifests on a person’s face, shoulders, and upper back. An […]

08/22/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Using the highbush blueberry to treat bacterial infections

Researchers at Université Laval in Canada looked at the antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) proanthocyanidins. In their study, which was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, it was revealed that highbush blueberry proanthocyanidins can be used as an agent for treating bacterial infections. For the study, the researchers […]

06/25/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Science investigation: Can the Neem tree prevent periodontal diseases?

A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked at whether neem tree (Azadirachta indica) can prevent certain periodontal diseases. Researchers from the Hebrew University-Hadassah Faculty of Dental Medicine in Jerusalem looked at the antibacterial effects of neem leaf extract on the periodontopathic bacteria Porphyromonas gingivalis and Fusobacterium nucleatum, which cause periodontitis. They also assessed its antioxidant […]

04/27/2017 / By Russel Davis

Mysterious compound called “F19” discovered by Israeli researchers to kill antibiotic-resistant superbugs without encouraging resistance

Researchers at Israel-based biopharmaceutical firm Q2 Pharma Ltd. and the Case Western Reserve University have identified and patented a group of non-antibiotic, small-molecule antivirulence compounds that show potential in treating bacterial infections such as methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus. According to researchers, the compounds were designed to inhibit disease-causing toxins from forming in gram-positive bacteria such as MRSA. The compounds may also prevent […]

03/01/2017 / By Jonathan Landsman

Candida solutions – The science behind the cure

Under normal circumstances, the Candida albicans yeast organism is a harmless – even beneficial – microbe that exists in the digestive tract. But when this tiny yeast cell is converted to its fungal form, over 120 different illnesses can be triggered – ranging from annoying (minor) conditions to life-threatening diseases. According to Dr. Jeffrey McCombs, […]

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