Research seeds
Here we summarise the research behind natural medicines, so we can make herbal science accessible for all. We break down and explain how herbs work through a scientific lens.
Cannabis: Stress and pain treatment
In this article, we discuss the effects of a cannabis brand-specific, hemp-derived cannabidiol product...
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Kava: Treatment of anxiety
In this article, we discuss Kava in the treatment of generalised anxiety disorder: a...
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Saffron and ginger: Effects on blood pressure and endothelial function in type II diabetics
A clinical trial comparing the effects of cinnamon, cardamom, saffron and ginger decocted with...
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Cinnamon: Postprandial hyperglycaemia suppression
This randomised single-blinded clinical trial compares the efficacy of cinnamon, in capsules and as...
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Thyme: To alleviate asthmatic cough
This research seed explores how coadministration of thyme alongside typical asthma medication can improve...
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Elderberry: To ease cold symptoms and speed recovery
Here, we present a study on how two-week elderberry supplementation affects the duration of...
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Saffron: Happiness in postmenopausal women
In this article, we discuss “The effect of Crocus sativus L. (saffron) herbal tea on happiness...
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Culinary herbs and spices: Blood pressure
In this article, we discuss “Herbs and spices at a relatively high culinary dosage...
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Ginger and aloe vera: Dry mouth in diabetes
In this article, we discuss the comparison of the effect of ginger and aloe...
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Ginger: Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in T2DM
In this article, we discuss the “Effects of Ginger (Zingiber Officinale Roscoe) on Non-Alcoholic Fatty...
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Sage, rosemary and lemon balm: Memory
We discuss a randomised double-blind placebo-controlled pilot trial of a combined extract of rosemary,...
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Plantain: Pressure ulcers
In this article, we discuss the paper “Clinical and phytochemical studies of Plantago major...
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Research seeds: Saffron
In this article, we discuss the effects of saffron of mild to moderate depression...
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Cat’s claw: Chemotherapy-induced neutropenia
In this article, we discuss the treatment of breast cancer with Cat's claw (Uncaria...
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Research seed: Passionflower
In this article, we discuss “Passionflower in the treatment of generalized anxiety: A pilot...
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Research seed: Mistletoe
In this article, we discuss the “Impact of complementary mistletoe extract treatment on quality...
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Turmeric vs omeprazole for stomach acid relief
Pharmaceutical side effects can be avoided by using effective herbal medicines instead. This article...
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Research seeds: Turmeric and dyspepsia
We discuss a study that investigates the Curcumin in Turmeric and proton pump inhibitors...
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Research seeds: Cinnamon
We discuss a study that investigates the blood glucose lowering effect of cinnamon on...
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Research seeds: Lion’s mane
We discuss a study that investigates the improving effects of the mushroom Yamabushitake (Hericium...
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Research seeds: Cocoa
We discuss a study that investigates the cocoa polyphenols and gut microbiota interplay: bioavailability,...
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Research seeds: Chilli
We discuss a study that investigates how healthy subjects differentially respond to dietary capsaicin...
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Research seeds: Meadowsweet
We discuss a study that investigates the in vitro and in vivo assessment of...
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Research seeds: Garlic
We discuss a study that investigates the effects of time-released garlic powder tablets on...
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Research seeds: Lemon balm
We discuss a study that investigates the effect of lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) in...
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Research seeds: Echinacea
We discuss a study that looks at echinacea-induced cytokine production by human macrophages.
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Research seeds: Chamomile
We discuss a study that explores the putative antidepressant effect of chamomile in people...
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Research seeds: Calendula
We discuss a study that explores the effect of Calendula officinalis versus metronidazole on...
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Research seeds: Memory research
We discuss a study that investigates the enhancement of memory with a combined extract...
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Research seeds: Gotu kola
We discuss a study that investigates the effectiveness of Gotu Kola extract in improving...
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Research seeds: Rosehips
We discuss a study that investigates the standardised powder made from rosehips to see...
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Research seeds: Turmeric
We discuss a study that collates clinical trial research on turmeric and one of...
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Research seeds: Fenugreek
We discuss a study that investigates the effect of fenugreek on the lipid profile...
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Research seeds: Psyllium husk
We discuss a study that investigates the effects of psyllium seeds on patients with...
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