PMID: Brain Res. 2019 Sep 24 ;1726:146475. Epub 2019 Sep 24. PMID: 31560865 Abstract Title: Coenzyme Q10 supplementation reverses diabetes-related impairments in long-term potentiation induction in hippocampal dentate gyrus granular cells: An in vivo study. Abstract: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is associated with impaired hippocampal synaptic plasticity. Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) acts as an antioxidant and exerts …
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Coenzyme Q10 supplementation acts as antioxidant on dystrophic muscle cells.
PMID: Cell Stress Chaperones. 2019 Oct 16. Epub 2019 Oct 16. PMID: 31620981 Abstract Title: Coenzyme Q10 supplementation acts as antioxidant on dystrophic muscle cells. Abstract: Increased oxidative stress is a frequent feature in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). High reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels, associated with altered enzyme antioxidant activity, have been reported in dystrophic …
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Qigong can improve COPD patients in lung function, exercise capacity and quality of life who were in the stable stage.
PMID: BMC Complement Altern Med. 2019 Sep 4 ;19(1):239. Epub 2019 Sep 4. PMID: 31484521 Abstract Title: The therapeutic effects of qigong in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in the stable stage: a meta-analysis. Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one global disease. Lung function gradually declines. Medication does not fully reverse …
Qigong exercise for chronic fatigue syndrome.
PMID: Int Rev Neurobiol. 2019 ;147:121-153. PMID: 31607352 Abstract Title: Qigong exercise for chronic fatigue syndrome. Abstract: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is often overlooked, has unclear etiology and no effective cure except some symptomatic treatments. Additionally, most people with CFS do not seek medical attention. Qigong exercise, an ancient Eastern body-mind-spirit practice, has been long …
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The beneficial effects of Qigong on elderly depression.
PMID: Int Rev Neurobiol. 2019 ;147:155-188. Epub 2019 Jun 26. PMID: 31607353 Abstract Title: The beneficial effects of Qigong on elderly depression. Abstract: Health Qigong, especially the Eight-Section Brocades (or Baduanjin), has been well established as an effective adjunct intervention to alleviate depressive symptoms of older adults. The easy to learn and safe format of …
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Artemisinin attenuates the development of atherosclerotic lesions by the regulation of vascular smooth muscle cell phenotype switching.
PMID: Life Sci. 2019 Oct 8 ;237:116943. Epub 2019 Oct 8. PMID: 31604109 Abstract Title: Artemisinin attenuates the development of atherosclerotic lesions by the regulation of vascular smooth muscle cell phenotype switching. Abstract: AIMS: The purpose of this study was to investigate the therapeutic effect of artemisinin (ART) on atherosclerosis and explore the molecular mechanisms …
Gallic acid improves inflammation, oxidative stress and hypotension result from diabetes.
PMID: Acta Endocrinol (Buchar). 2019 Apr-Jun;15(2):187-194. PMID: 31508175 Abstract Title: GALLIC ACID IMPROVES OXIDATIVE STRESS AND INFLAMMATION THROUGH REGULATING MICRORNAS EXPRESSIONS IN THE BLOOD OF DIABETIC RATS. Abstract: Context: Endothelial dysfunction and diabetic cardiomyopathy are critical complications of diabetes. Gallic acid (GA) plays a significant role in cardiovascular disorders resulted from diabetes. In addition, increased …
Prevention of cadmium-induced neurotoxicity in rats by essential nutrients present in nuts.
PMID: Acta Neurobiol Exp (Wars). 2019 ;79(2):169-183. PMID: 31342953 Abstract Title: Prevention of cadmium-induced neurotoxicity in rats by essential nutrients present in nuts. Abstract: Cadmium, a heavy metal with no physiological function in the human body, is considered a bio-hazard. It is also considered to be a potent neurotoxin. The primary sources of cadmium exposure …
Sweet almond may be an effective treatment for children with ADHD.
PMID: Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2019 Aug ;36:170-175. Epub 2019 Jul 19. PMID: 31383435 Abstract Title: Effect of sweet almond syrup versus methylphenidate in children with ADHD: A randomized triple-blind clinical trial. Abstract: BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common health disorders among children. Some patients do not respond to …
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Daily almond consumption may reduce wrinkle severity in postmenopausal females to potentially have natural anti-aging benefits.
PMID: Phytother Res. 2019 Oct 1. Epub 2019 Oct 1. PMID: 31576607 Abstract Title: Prospective randomized controlled pilot study on the effects of almond consumption on skin lipids and wrinkles. Abstract: OBJECTIVE: Almonds are a rich source of fatty acids and antioxidants, and their supplementation is known to significantly modulate serum lipids. The effects of …