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The Journal of the American Botanical Council
Research Reviews
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136
page:
29-30

Effectiveness of Chamomile Extract as a Therapeutic Additive to Nasal Spray for Allergic Rhinitis
page:
30-31

Review Suggests Cinnamon Supplementation May Improve Cardiometabolic Factors in People with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
page:
30-31

Lemon Verbena Extract Shown to Reduce Anxiety and Improve Sleep Quality
135
page:
32-33

Aronia Berry Extract Alleviates Symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome
page:
36-37

Ginkgo Extract Is Comparable to Donepezil for Improvement of Cognitive, Behavioral, Psychological, and Global Functions in Alzheimer’s Disease
page:
34-35

Echinacea Supplementation May Provide Symptom Relief in Healthy Adults with Mild to Moderate Anxiety
page:
38-39

Saffron Supplementation Improves Liver Function, Depression, Sleep, and Quality of Life in People with Type 2 Diabetes

134
page:
36-38

Dwarf Elder Leaf Cream Is as Effective as Hydrocortisone in Improving Severity of Hand Eczema
page:
34-35

Peppermint Oil Aromatherapy Reduces Frequency of Nausea, Vomiting, and Retching in Patients undergoing Chemotherapy
page:
39-40

Crocin from Saffron Found to Be Effective for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
133
page:
34

Herbal Cough Syrup Reduces Severity and Duration of Cough in Children
page:
37-38

Review of Rhodiola rosea Conservation Status Recommends Monitoring of Wild Populations and Transition to Cultivation
page:
32-33

Topical Rhubarb Navel Plasters Improve Symptoms of Constipation
page:
37-38

Meta-analysis Suggests Artichoke Could Support Weight Management
132
page:
20-22

Ashwagandha Root Extract Improves Sleep Quality in People with Insomnia
page:
34-35

Systematic Review of Elder Berry Use in Respiratory Illnesses
page:
26-27

Ivy Gourd Leaf Extract Improves Glycemic Indices and Lipid Profiles in People with Type 2 Diabetes
page:
29-30

Korean Red Ginseng Boosts the Immune System of Healthy Participants
page:
24-25

Psilocybin-assisted Therapy Shows Promise for Major Depressive Disorder
page:
32-33

Saffron Shows Positive Results for Treating Mild to Moderate Sleep Disorders
131
page:
23-25

Black Chokeberry (Aronia Berry) May Have Beneficial Effects on Cognitive Function
page:
27

Review of Ginkgo for Cognitive Function and Alzheimer’s Disease
130
page:
48-49

Systematic Review of Human Trials Regarding Dosage, Efficacy, and Safety of CBD in Adults
page:
46-47

Dark Chocolate Improves Verbal Episodic Memory Compared to White Chocolate in Healthy Young Adults
page:
44-45

Systematic Review Shows Oral Intake of Ginger May Improve Postpartum Nausea and Vomiting, Digestion, Inflammation, and Colorectal Cancer Risk Markers
129
page:
38-39

Review Finds CBD Has Therapeutic Potential for Anxiety Disorders 
page:
40-41

Elderberry Extract May Reduce Symptoms of Acute Viral Respiratory Infections
page:
42-43

Korean Ginseng May Improve Cognitive Function and Fatigue of Adults Who Perform Full-Time Computer Work 
128
page:
41-42

Eshnan Supplementation Reduces Incidence and Alleviates Symptoms of Recurrent Cystitis in Women
page:
43-45

Psychiatric Patients Treated with Herbal Combination Product Required Fewer Prescriptions for Benzodiazepines than Untreated Patients
page:
46-48

Systematic Review Shows Ginkgo Extract Improves Neurological Function in Patients Recovering from an Ischemic Stroke
127
page:
26-27
Meta-Analysis: Garlic Lowers Blood Pressure, Improves Arterial Stiffness, and Increases Gut Microbiota
page:
24-25

Herbal Combination Imupret Reduces Symptom Severity and Duration of Acute Non-bacterial Tonsillitis in Children
126
page:
42-43
Implications of Climate Change for Medicinal Plant Distribution and Composition
page:
45-46

Grape Seed Procyanidin Extracts Effect on Diabetic Retinopathy
page:
47-48
Systematic Review of Green Tea Consumption and Risks for Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, and Cognitive Impairment
page:
44
Nigella Seed Oil Improves Liver Parameters in Patients with Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
125
page:
30-31
Bacopa: Therapeutic Potential for Alzheimer’s Disease?
page:
33-34
Systematic Review and Meta-analyses of Lavender for Anxiety
page:
35-37
Saffron Comparable to Methylphenidate (Ritalin®) in Treatment of ADHD
124
page:
35
Diversified Organic Cacao Agroforests in Ghana Serves as Reservoir of Native Trees
page:
32-33
Aqueous Extract of Amla Improves Various Factors in Patients with Metabolic Syndrome
page:
28-29
Meta-analysis Shows Link between Green Tea Consumption and Reduction of Breast Cancer Risk and Recurrence
123
page:
31-32
Aloe Vera Inner Leaf Gel and Peppermint Essential Oil Preparation Improves Oral Health of Intubated Patients
page:
33

Meta-analysis: Elderberry Reduces Upper Respiratory Symptoms

page:
34-35
Garlic Extract Reduces Markers of Inflammation in Patients on Peritoneal Dialysis
page:
30
Clinical Cognitive and Cerebral Blood Flow Effects of Greek Mountain Tea
page:
28-29
Saw Palmetto Extract Reduces Markers of Prostatic Inflammation
122
page:
44-45
Fig and Flixweed Improve Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation
page:
40-42
Meta-analysis Shows Permixon Saw Palmetto Extract as Effective as Standard Drugs for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
page:
46-47
Comparative Clinical Study on Quince for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease during Pregnancy
page:
43
Meta-analysis Supports Antidepressant Activity of Saffron
121
page:
38-40

Chamomile and Damask Rose Aromatherapy Reduce Pain and Anxiety During Childbirth
page:
45-47

Cinnamon Improves Various Metabolic Risk Factors in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
page:
42-44

Systematic Review of Herbal Medicines for Depression and Anxiety in Menopausal Women
120
page:
49-50
Therapeutic Use of Cannabis Root for Pain and Inflammation
page:
46-48

Review of Sweet and Tart Cherries Shows Decreased Risk of Chronic Inflammatory Diseases
page:
43
Increased Plant Species Richness on Mountain Summits Associated with Climate Warming
page:
44-45

Proprietary Ginkgo Extract is Comparable to Pentoxifylline for Treatment of Chronic Tinnitus and Causes Fewer Adverse Effects
page:
41-42

Apple and Pear Consumption Associated with Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes, According to Meta-analysis
119
page:
34-36

Review Finds Substantial Evidence Supporting Some Medicinal Benefits of Cannabis and Cannabinoids

page:
28-29

Clinical Efficacy of a Chinese Herbal Combination for Mild Cognitive Impairment

page:
28-31

Clinical Efficacy of a Chinese Herbal Combination for Mild Cognitive Impairment
page:
32-33

Systematic Review of Kratom: Risks and Benefits for Mental Health
118
page:
42-43

News Organizations Warn about the Potential for Herb-Drug Interactions

CBS News and other media outlets uncritically report the results of a flawed study that attempts to evaluate causality in alleged herb-drug interactions
page:
41

Exploratory Study Associates Rhodiola with Reduction in Burnout and Stress Symptoms
page:
34-35
Rosehip-Nettle Leaf-Devil’s Claw Root Formulation Improves Symptoms of Knee Osteoarthritis
page:
36-37
Proprietary Spearmint Extract Improves Working Memory in Subjects with Age-associated Memory Impairment
page:
38-40
Turmeric and Boswellia Formulation Found to Be More Effective in Treatment of Osteoarthritis than Turmeric Supplement Alone
117
page:
38-39
Traditional Chamomile and Sesame Oil Product Improves Mild-to-Moderate Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Short-term Use
page:
32-24

Korean Red Ginseng Provides Immune Support to Patients with HIV-1

page:
35

Scientific Journals Increasingly Skeptical of Antioxidant Research
page:
36-37
Single-Ingredient Clinical Trials with Tulsi — Systematic Review of the Evidence
116
page:
35-36

Asian Ginseng Berry Shows Mixed Results in Lowering Blood Glucose in Patients with Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes
page:
37-39
Petitgrain Oil Aromatherapy Reduces Markers of Stress and Modestly Improves Performance in Simulated Workplace Environment
page:
42-44

Meta-analysis of Curcuminoids and Turmeric Extracts for the Treatment of Knee Osteoarthritis

115
page:
37-38

New Buzz about Beets: Enhancing Sports Performance and Cognitive Function

page:
35-36

New Research Bolsters Evidence of Hot Chili Peppers’ Health Benefits

page:
33-34
Standardized Cranberry Extract Reduces Urinary Tract Infections, Urinary Symptoms, and Antibiotic Use during Radiotherapy for Prostate Cancer
page:
31-32
Nigella Supplementation Improves Overall Control and Decreases Exacerbations in Patients with Partly Controlled Asthma
page:
30
Saffron Comparable to Fluoxetine in the Treatment of Postpartum Depression
page:
28-29
Clinical Efficacy of Australian Eucalyptus and Lemon-scent Tea Tree Essential Oils for Head Lice Treatment
114
page:
43-45

Assessment of the Medicinal Chemistry of Curcumin: When a Plant-Derived Natural Product Is Not a Suitable Conventional Pharmaceutical Drug Lead
page:
34-35

Aromatherapy with Damask Rose Essence Reduces Pain Caused by Treatment of Burn Injuries
page:
36-37

Aged Garlic Extract Reduces Blood Pressure in Patients with Hypertension
page:
38-42

Psilocybin Reduces Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression in Patients with Cancer in Two Clinical Trials
113
page:
42-43

Ashwagandha Root Extract Improves Symptoms of OCD in Certain Patients
page:
38-39

Results of New Cranberry Trial in JAMA Misreported to the Public

Inaccurate media reports suggest that cranberry has no value in preventing urinary tract infections
page:
44-45

Flax Seed and Chamomile Flower Infusion Relieves Dry Mouth in Elderly Patients
page:
40-41
Hops Extract Reduces Body Fat in Overweight Subjects
112
page:
38-39
Meta-analysis Finds Curcumin to Be an Effective Adjunct Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder
page:
36-37
Fenugreek Seed Extract Improves Symptoms of Androgen Decline, Sexual Function, and Testosterone Levels in Middle-aged and Older Males
page:
29-33
Further Evidence for the Clinical Efficacy of Cranberry
A Brief Review of Recent Clinical Trials
page:
34-35
Oral Lavender Oil Reduces Anxiety and Depression in Patients with Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder
111
page:
31-32
Topical Use of Chamomile Oil Reduces Frequency of Enuresis in Children
page:
35
Cocoa Flavanol Beverage Improves Facial Wrinkles and Skin Elasticity in Women with Photo-Aged Skin
page:
34

European Elderberry Reduces Duration and Symptoms of the Common Cold in Air Travelers
110
page:
41-42
Ashwagandha Improves Muscle Strength and Recovery in Men Performing Resistance Training
page:
40
Topical Black Cumin as Effective as NSAID Gel in Treating Cyclic Mastalgia
page:
42-43
Tongkat Ali Improves Cell-mediated Immune Function in Healthy Adults
109
page:
31
Ginger and Cardoon Extract Combination Reduces Self-Rated Intensity of Functional Dyspepsia
page:
30
West Indian Lemongrass Extract Boosts Red Blood Cell Production and Could Help Treat Anemia
page:
28-29

Yerba Maté Tea Improves Microcirculation and Blood Viscosity Parameters in Subjects with Abnormal Circulation
108
page:
37
Cinnamon Consumption Reduces Symptoms of Primary Dysmenorrhea
page:
30-31
Cranberry Juice Cocktail Consumption Correlates with Lower Blood Levels of C-reactive Protein
page:
32-33
Meta-analysis Shows Benefit of Ginkgo Extract as Adjunct Therapy for Chronic Schizophrenia
page:
34
Lavender Aroma Increases Interpersonal Trust in Healthy Young Adults
107
page:
30-31
Echinaforce® Hotdrink Is as Effective as Tamiflu® in Early Treatment of Influenza
page:
28-29
Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of the Antihypertensive Effects of Garlic
page:
32-33
Topical Lavender Cream Alleviates Anxiety, Stress, and Depression in Pregnant Women
page:
34-35
Valerian Reduces Cognitive Dysfunction after Coronary Bypass Surgery
106
page:
41-43
Systematic Review of Ashwagandha for the Treatment of Anxiety
page:
38-40
Cinnamon Extract Reduces Postprandial Blood Sugar Levels in Humans and Rats
page:
34-35
Meta-Analysis Demonstrates Safety and Efficacy of Defined Ginkgo Extract for Treating Dementia in Elderly
page:
36-37
Valerian and Lemon Balm Combination Improves Symptoms of ADHD in Children
105
page:
32-33
American Ginseng Reported to Be Safe When Used as Adjunctive Therapy in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
page:
24-26
Chaste Tree Extract May Promote Healing of Long Bone Fractures in Women
page:
25-26
Cranberry Supplements May Reduce the Severity of Radiation-Induced Cystitis
page:
27
Fenugreek Seed Powder May Reduce Severity of Dysmenorrhea
page:
30-31
Pumpkin Seed Oil Consumption May Improve Hair Growth in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
page:
28-29
Tripterygium Compared with Methotrexate in Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
104
page:
26-27
Remifemin® Black Cohosh Extract Reduces the Size of Uterine Fibroids in Menopausal Women
page:
30-31
Chinese Herbal Medicine Tianqi Reduces Progression from Impaired Glucose Tolerance to Diabetes
page:
28-29
Cinnamon Ointment Reduces Pain and Promotes Wound Healing After Episiotomy
page:
34-36
Cochrane Review of Safety and Efficacy of Echinacea Preparations Shows Trend of Small Preventive Effect for Common Cold Symptoms
page:
32-33
Xanitrol© Herbal Blend Reduces Body Weight Compared to Placebo
page:
37
Study Shows Ginger May Be Effective in Preventing Antiretroviral-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
103
page:
34-35

Cinnamon Supplementation Results in Increased Menstrual Cycle Frequency in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
page:
24-25
Meta-Analysis of the Cognitive Effects of Bacopa
page:
26-27
Meriva® Special Curcumin Extract Reduces Adverse Effects from Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy
page:
33
Parkinson’s Disease Progression Slowed by Adjunctive Fenugreek Extract
page:
28-29
Ginkgo Extract Found Safe and Effective in Treating Amnestic Mild Cognitive Impairment in Exploratory Trial
page:
22-23
Pomegranate and Chamomile Extracts Help Reduce Bleeding in Patients with Gingivitis
page:
30-31
Saffron Extract Comparable to Fluoxetine in Treating Mild-to-Moderate Depression in Small Trial
102
page:
44-45
Amla Extract Improves Endothelial Function in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
page:
40-41
Beneficial Effects of Ashwagandha Root in the Treatment of Male Infertility
page:
38-39
Methodological Preference in Causality Assessment of Herbal Hepatotoxicity
page:
34-35
Oral Lavender Oil Product Effective and Safe in Generalized Anxiety Disorder
page:
42-43
Cochrane Review Shows Pelargonium sidoides May Reduce Severity of Acute Bronchitis and Sinusitis
page:
36-37
Special Danish Rose Hip Powder Reduces Pain and Stiffness of Osteoarthritis of the Hand
page:
46-47
Skullcap Has Anxiolytic and Mood-Enhancing Effects in Healthy Subjects
101
page:
28-29
Updated Meta-Analysis Shows Beneficial Effect of Cinnamon Supplements on Type 2 Diabetes
page:
31-32
Meta-Analysis of Garlic Trials Shows Positive Effect on Serum Lipid Levels
page:
32-33
Evidence of Ginkgo Extract Efficacy in Patients with Dementia and as an Adjunct for Treating Patients with Chronic Schizophrenia
page:
34-35
Herbal Combination Sinupret® Extract Relieves Acute Rhinosinusitis Symptoms
page:
36-37
Tongkat Ali Standardized Extract Improves Testosterone and Stress Hormone Balance and Mood Parameters in Subjects with Moderate Stress
100
page:
32
Meta-Analysis of Chinese Clinical Trials Suggests Berberine Efficacy in Lowering Blood Lipids
page:
35-37

American Ginseng Root Clinically Safe and Effective for Reducing Cancer-Related Fatigue
page:
38-39
Pelargonium Extract Safe and Effective as Adjunct in Managing Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
page:
30-31
Assessment of Systematic Reviews Concerning Adverse Effects of Herbal Medicines
page:
33-34

Anti-Anxiety Activity of Zembrin® Sceletium Extract in Humans
99
page:
26-27

Acute Dose of Bacopa Extract Improves Cognitive Performance
page:
31-33

Water-Based Kava Extract for Generalized Anxiety Disorder Shows No Adverse Effects in Liver Function

page:
30-32

Medicinal Dose of Water-Based Kava Extract Does Not Impair Driving Ability
page:
28-29

Saffron Extract Improves Retinal Function in Patients with Early Age-Related Macular Degeneration
page:
23-24
Zembrin® Sceletium Extract Shown Safe in Trial in Healthy Adults
98
page:
30
Artichoke Leaf Extract Improves HDL Cholesterol Levels in Patients with Hypercholesterolemia
page:
26-27
Review Supports Chaste Tree Berry Extracts for Female Reproductive Conditions
page:
31
Prospective Study and Meta-Analysis of Chocolate and Reduction of Stroke Risk
page:
28-29
Clinical Trial Shows Aged Garlic Extract™ Supplementation Reduces Blood Pressure
97
page:
28-31
Cochrane Collaboration Revises 2008 Conclusions on Cranberry for UTI Prevention: Experts, researchers clarify results from recent meta-analysis
page:
32-37
Ginkgo and Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention: Researchers, herbal experts interpret results of the five-year GuidAge clinical trial
page:
27
Lavender Oil Aromatherapy Reduces Falls in Elderly Nursing Home Residents in Long-Term Trial
96
page:
36
Aromatherapy Effective Treatment for Postoperative Nausea
page:
34-35
Systematic Review Suggests Bacopa Extracts Improve Free Recall Memory
page:
30-31
Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Cocoa and Chocolate on Important Cardiovascular Risk Factors Finds Multiple Benefits
page:
32-33
Meta-Analysis Shows Cranberry Juice May Be Effective for Treatment of Urinary Tract Infection in Certain Populations
page:
28-29
Swiss Echinacea Extract Shown Safe and Effective in Preventing Colds in Largest Echinacea Clinical Trial
page:
38-39
Turkey Tail Mushroom Mycelium Is Safe and May Enhance Immune Response in Women with Breast Cancer in Phase I Trial
95
page:
30-31
American Ginseng Extract Improves Working Memory in Schizophrenia Patients
page:
33
Special Curcumin Extract from Turmeric Shows Promise in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients in Pilot Trial
page:
36-37
Effect of Ginger on Acute and Delayed Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
page:
34-35
Extract of Pelargonium sidoides Root (EPs 7630) Safe and Effective in Children, Adolescents with Acute Bronchitis
page:
32
Effect of Rosemary on Cognitive Performance
94
page:
38-39
Chocolate Lowers Risk of Coronary Heart Disease: Review and Comments on the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Family Heart Study
page:
31
Curcumin Studied for Prevention of Colorectal Neoplasia
page:
34-35
Efficacy and Tolerability of Ginkgo Extract in Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease and Vascular Dementia
page:
36-37
Ginkgo Extract Improves Complex Memory Function in Healthy, Middle-Aged Subjects
page:
32-33
Comprehensive Review of Phase 2® White Bean Intake for Weight Loss and Glycemic Control by Preventing Carbohydrate Absorption
93
page:
28-29
Feverfew/Ginger Formulation Provides Migraine Relief
page:
31
Green Tea Intake Associated with Reduced Risk for Gynecologic Cancers
page:
26-27
Hoodia Extract Demonstrates No Clinical Benefits in Energy Intake or Body Weight
92
page:
40-41
Review of the Effect of Cocoa and Chocolate on Coronary Heart Disease
page:
35-36
Green Tea and L-Theanine Combination Lowers Incidence of Flu Infection
page:
39
Lavender Oil Inhalation Prior to Surgery-Like Setting Reduces Perceptions of Stress and Pain
page:
34
Quality of Case Reports of Herbal Medicinal Products Improves
page:
32-33
Human Studies on Rhodiola Show Enhanced Physical and Mental Functions
page:
38
Meta-Analysis Finds Soy Reduces Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure in Hypertensive Patients
page:
37
Meta-Analysis Shows that Tea Improves Flow-Mediated Dilation, a Measure of Vessel Health
91
page:
34-35
Meta-analysis Demonstrates that Cinnamon Lowers Fasting Blood Glucose
page:
32-33
Green Tea/L-Theanine Combination Increases Memory and Attention in Subjects with Mild Cognitive Impairment
page:
28-29
Effectiveness of a Lavender Oil Preparation in Treating Anxiety Disorder
page:
26-27
Proprietary Maitake Mushroom Extract in Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
page:
30-31
Fermented Red Asian Ginseng’s Effects on Allergic Rhinitis Symptoms
90
page:
27

German Chaste Tree Extract Shows Improvement of PMS Symptoms

page:
30-31

Ginger as Adjunct for Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea in Young

page:
26

Growth in Herbal Medicine Scientific and Clinical Literature from 1977 to 2007

page:
28

Lavender Essential Oil and Povidone-Iodine Are Similarly Effective Treatments for Episiotomy Wound Healing

89
page:
30-31
Assessment of Clinical Data on Hepatotoxicity Associated with Kava Use
page:
29
Aged Garlic ExtractTM Useful Adjunct Therapy to Conventional Medications in Uncontrolled Hypertension
page:
28
Ginkgo Extract EGb 761® Does Not Affect Blood Pressure in Elderly Subjects
page:
32
Asian Ginseng Extract G115® Improves Aspects of Working Memory andSelf-Reported Calmness
page:
26-27
Long-Term Study Confirms Anti-Carcinogenic Properties in Korean Red Ginseng
page:
33
Soy Isoflavone Supplementation Improves Flow Mediated Dilation Based on a Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Studies
88
page:
30
Bacopa Extract Produces Evidence of Memory Improvements in the Elderly
page:
26-27
Hibiscus Extract Helps Reduce Blood Glucose and Triglycerides and Increase HDL-Cholesterol Levels in People with Metabolic Syndrome
page:
24-25
Pycnogenol® and Aloe Cream Effective in Treating Hemorrhoidal Pain in 2 Trials
page:
28-29
Special Turmeric Curcumin Formulation (Meriva®) Relieves Osteoarthritis Symptoms
87
page:
24-25
Special Rose Hip Powder Improves Aspects of Rheumatoid Arthritis
page:
26-27
Siliphos® Special Milk Thistle Extract Shows Benefit in Chemotherapy Hepatotoxicity in Children
page:
28
Andrographis Extract Shown to Provide Relief for Common Cold Symptoms
page:
29
Green Tea Review Suggests Ability to Control Obesity and Diabetes among Many Other Health Benefits
page:
30-31
Pelargonium Root Extract Tablet Tested for Safe and Effective Treatment of Acute Bronchitis
86
page:
27
Hibiscus Tea Lowers Blood Pressure in Adults
page:
28-29
Green Tea May Be Useful at Preventing Prostate Cancer
page:
30-31
Saffron Extract Shows Promise for Alzheimer’s Disease in Comparative Trial
page:
32
Study Finds Chamomile Effective in Treating Generalized Anxiety Disorder
page:
33
Turmeric Extract Comparable to Ibuprofen in Treating Knee Osteoarthritis Symptoms
85
page:
21
Elderberry Extract Shows Activity for Treating Influenza Symptoms in Pilot Trial
page:
22-23
Study Finds Echinacea/Sage Throat Spray as Effective as Chlorhexidine/Lidocaine for Acute Sore Throat
page:
24-25
Chinese Herb Tripterygium Shown Effective Compared to Sulfasalazine in Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
page:
26-27
Herbal Combination Studied as Aid to Benzodiazepine Withdrawal
84
page:
24-25
Study Finds Astragalus and Mineral Formula Beneficial in Treating Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
page:
26
Pilot Study Finds American Ginseng Helps with Cancer-related Fatigue
page:
28-29
Studies Assess Ginger for Treatment of Nausea During Pregnancy and Menstrual Pain
83
page:
35
Hibiscus Tea Lowers Blood Pressure in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
page:
33
Herbal Formula with Butterbur Root Extract Improves Psychological Outcomes in Psychosomatic Disorders
page:
30-31
Ivy Leaf Extract Found Safe and Possibly Effective for Bronchitis in Open, Multicenter Study
page:
34
Lemon Juice and Lemongrass Infusion Beneficial for Treating Oral Thrush in HIV/AIDS Patients
page:
29
Survey: Newspapers Under-report Herbal Clinical Trials and Tend to Show Negative Bias
page:
32
Pilot Study Finds Low-Hyperforin St. John’s Wort Extract Does Not Interact with Oral Contraceptive
82
page:
30-31
Assessment of Liver Toxicity Cases Associated with Black Cohosh Concludes Lack of Causality
page:
32-33
Korean White Ginseng Improves Cognitive Performance in Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease
page:
28-29
Rhodiola Extract Improves Burnout Fatigue, Attention, and Cortisol Response
page:
26-27
Cochrane Review of St. John’s Wort for Major Depression
81
page:
30-31
COLD-fX® Special Extract from American Ginseng Root Shown Safe for Children with Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
page:
24-25
Garlic Preparations Show Benefit in Reducing Blood Pressure
page:
26-28
Ginkgo Extract Does Not Prevent Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease in Large 6-year Clinical Trial—The GEM Study
page:
29
Korean Red Ginseng May Aid in Erectile Dysfunction According to Systematic Review
page:
23
Biological Activity of Curcuminoids from Turmeric Assessed in Patients with Advanced Pancreatic Cancer
80
page:
28
Bilberry (Mirtoselect®) and French Maritime Pine Extract (Pycnogenol®) Combination May Have Beneficial Effects in Glaucoma Prevention
page:
31
Cranberry Effective in Preventing UTIs during Pregnancy and Lactation
page:
27
Small Pilot Study Finds Rhodiola Extract May Be Beneficial for General Anxiety Disorder
page:
33
Tea Consumption May Be Associated with Lowering Cognitive Impairment Risk
79
page:
23
Coccinia Extract Safely Reduces Blood Glucose in Subjects with Mild Type 2 Diabetes
page:
25
Survey of Potential Interactions between Dietary Supplements and Prescription Medications Indicates Limited Risks
page:
30-31
The Elusive Source of Feverfew’s Anti-migraine Activity
page:
24
Review of the Efficacy of South African Geranium (Pelargonium) in the Treatment of Acute Bronchitis
page:
29
Study Shows Ginkgo Extract and Aspirin Use Does Not Impact Coagulation Indices
page:
26-27
Pilot Study Suggests that Pharmaceutical Ads Influence Publication of Dietary Supplement Articles in Medical Journals
page:
22
Efficacy of Danish Rosehip as a Pain-Reducing Agent in Persons with Osteoarthritis
78
page:
32
Combination of Black Cohosh and St. John
page:
28-29
Cochrane Review Shows Preventive Effects of Cranberry against Urinary Tract Infections
page:
26
Cochrane Meta-Analysis Shows Benefits of Hawthorn Extracts for Treating Chronic Heart Failure
page:
33
Saffron in the Treatment of Premenstrual Syndrome
page:
30
Ginkgo Extract May Improve Cognition and Decrease Stress for Computer Users
77
page:
24
The Quality of Clinical Trials on Herbs and Phytomedicines versus Conventional Medicines
page:
27
Green Tea Extract Polyphenon® E Treats External Genital Warts
page:
26
Special Swedish Rhodiola Extract Shows Benefit for Mild to Moderate Depression
page:
31
Clinical Trial Follow-up Evaluates Safety and Effectiveness of Saw Palmetto and Stinging Nettle Extracts in Men with BPH
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30
Steroid-Sparing Effect of Wormwood in Crohn's Disease
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27
Saw Palmetto and Tamsulosin (Flomax®) Tested for the Treatment of BPH Symptoms
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30-31
Green Tea Consumption Tends to Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk in Women
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25-26
Comfrey Root Ointment Reduces Pain in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis
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28
Special Arnica Gel as Effective as Ibuprofen Gel in Osteoarthritis of the Hands
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32-33
Use of Aloe to Heal Burn Wounds
75
page:
25-26
Ginkgo Special Extract EGb 761® Demonstrates Efficacy in Treatment of Anxiety and Mild to Moderate Dementia with Neuropsychiatric Symptoms
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22-24
Recent Studies Examine Cardiovascular Effects of Chocolate
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21
Study Finds Hibiscus Extract May Help Control Hypertension
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28-29
Sun Ginseng's Effects on Quality of Life in Cancer Patients
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27
Trial Finds No Benefit in Raw Garlic or Garlic Supplements for Hypercholesterolemia
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26
Clove Oil as Effective as Topical Anesthetic
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28
Three Systematic Reviews of Echinacea Clinical Trials Suggest Efficacy with Cold Symptoms
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32-33
Trial Shows Herbal Laxative Tea (Smooth Move®) Effective in Treatment of Chronic Constipation for Elderly Adults
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22-23
Korean Red Ginseng Shown Safe and Possibly Useful in Treating Type 2 Diabetics
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24-25
Topical Use of Lavender, Clary Sage, and Rose Oils Reduces Dysmenorrhea in College Students
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27
Use of Valerian-Lemon Balm Extract in Children with Restlessness and Sleep Disorders
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22

Study Finds No Link between Cannabis Use andLung, Head, or Neck Cancer

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24
High Green Tea Consumption Associated with Less Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults
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26
Kudzu Extract Trial Shows Effective Levels for Reducing Alcohol Consumption
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28
Green Tea and Mortality Due to Cardiovascular Disease, Cancer, and All Causes
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Potential Therapeutic Effects of Pomegranate Juice on Prostate Cancer
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20-21
Special Saw Palmetto and Stinging Nettle Root Combination as Effective as Pharmaceutical Drug for Prostate Symptoms
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22-23
Review of Herbal Medicines to Treat Low Back Pain
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24-25
Sage Leaf Extract Reduces Anxiety in Clinical Trial
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26
Trial Demonstrates that Herbal Combination ColiMil® is Effective for Colicky Infants
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28-29
Swiss Horse Chestnut Seed Extract Treats Patients with Chronic Venous Insufficiency: A Review of 5 Clinical Trials
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26-58
Trial Suggests Saffron's Potential to Treat Mild to Moderate Depression
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27
Andrographis, Asian Ginseng, and Valerian Extracts Tested in Small Trial on Male Fertility
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28
Trial Suggests Efficacy of Pomegranate Juice on Myocardial Perfusion
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29-31
ABC Clarifies Recent Meta-analysis of Milk Thistle Clinical Trials
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32-33
Special Extract of Traditional African Herb Pelargonium Treats Bronchitis in Clinical Trial
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page:
28
Kudzu Extract Reduces Alcohol Consumption in Heavy Drinkers in Small Trial
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30
Review of Trials Shows Peppermint Oil Capsules to be Effective in Treating IBS
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31
COLD-fX®, Special Patented Extract of American Ginseng Root, Treats Cold Symptoms in Canadian Trial
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32-33
Supercritical CO2 Extract of Feverfew Leaf Effective for Migraine
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34-35
Saw Palmetto Extract Does Not Produce Benefits in Treatment of Moderate to Severe BPH in Clinical Trial
69
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27
Indian Tinospora Shows Positive Results in Treating Allergic Rhinitis
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28
Study Shows No Neuropsychological Efficacy for Cranberry Juice in Cognitively Intact Older Adults
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29
Liv.52® Ayurvedic Herb Combination Shows Benefit for Liver Cirrhosis in Small Trial
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30
Special Butterbur Leaf Extract (Ze 339) as Effective as Antihistamine for Intermittent Allergic Rhinitis
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31
Safety and Efficacy of Remifemin(R) Black Cohosh Extract in Alleviating Symptoms of Menopause Confirmed in Large Clinical Trial
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32
Study in New England Journal of Medicine Tests Efficacy of Low-Dose Echinacea Extracts in the Treatment of Rhinovirus Infection
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34-35
Sativex® Cannabis-Based Medicine Reduces Pain in MS Patients
page:
35
Peppermint Oil May Reduce Daytime Sleepiness
68
page:
22
Safety Testing of Catuama®—A Brazilian Herbal Energy Product
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23
St. John's Wort Extract Shown as Effective as and Safer than Paxil?
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24
Long-Term Use of Saw Palmetto and Nettle Root Combination Shown Effective for BPH in Clinical Trial
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26-27
Standardized Rose Hip Powder Reduces Osteoarthritis Symptoms in Two Clinical Trials
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28
Open Clinical Trial Shows Potential for Butterbur Root Extract in Asthma Treatment
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page:
24
Hawthorn, California Poppy, and Magnesium Combination Found Safe and Possibly Effective for Mild to Moderate Anxiety
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26
White Bean Extract "Starch Blocker" Tested for Obesity
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27
Herbal Combination Shows Benefit for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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28-30
Butterbur Extract Effective for Preventing Migraines in Adults and Children
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31
Chamomile Effects Monitored by Measuring Urinary Metabolites
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32
Study on Valerian/Hops Combination Sheds Light on Mechanism of Action in Promoting Sleep
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23
Cognitive Effects of Ginkgo-Bacopa Combination Not Confirmed in Trial
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24-25
85-Year-Old Black Cohosh Root Still Contains Active Compounds
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26-27
Andrographis-Eleuthero Combination for Upper Respiratory Tract Infections in Colds and Flu
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28-29
Echinacea purpureaHerb Preparations Ineffective in Two Trials for Preventing and Treating Colds
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30
Effect of Ginkgo Extract EGb 761 Depends on the Neuropsychological Profile of the Treated Alzheimer's Patient
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31
St. John's wort Reduces Efficacy of Anticancer Drug Gleevec
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32

Low Doses of Valerian Do Not Reduce Chronic Insomnia Symptoms in Short Clinical Trial

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33
Prickly Pear Fruit Pulp Improves Platelet Function in Small Human Trial
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34
Japanese White Sweet Potato Controls Type 2 Diabetes in Small Trial
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35

Special Red Clover Extract Lowers LDL Cholesterol in Men, Not Women in Clinical Trial

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Combination of Feverfew, Magnesium, and Riboflavin for Migraine Prevention
64
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21-22
More Research on St. John's wort and Interactions: Effect on Immunosuppressive Drug, Tacrolimus, and No Effect on Asthma Drug, Theophylline
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23
Cinnamon Improves Glucose and Lipid Levels in Type 2 Diabetes
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24
Asian and American Ginsengs Act Differently on Acute Glycemia
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26
Pycnogenol® May Reduce Dosage of Antihypertensive Drug, Nifedipine
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25
Effects of Shakuyaku-kanzo-to on Muscle Cramps in Hemodialysis Patients
63
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20-21
Optimum Dosage of Rhodiola rosea Extract for Antifatigue Effects and Improved Mental Performance
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22
Topical Cream from Traditional Mexican Herb Effective forTreating Athlete's Foot
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23
Milk Thistle Does Not Interfere with Pharmacokinetics of Indinavir
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24
Butterbur Extract Shows Promise for Allergic Rhinitis
62
page:
25
Andrographis and Eleuthero Extract for the Treatment of URTInfections
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26-27
Melatonin Found in Herbs Used in Kampo Medicines and Its Effects in Humans
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28-29
Ivy Extracts Show Benefit in Pediatric Bronchial Asthma
page:
30
Ginkgo Extract Reduces Visual Field Damage in Patients with Glaucoma
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32
Maca Has No Effect on Male Reproductive Hormones in Trial
61
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20
Esberitox® Improves Lung Function during Bronchitis
page:
21
Psyllium Improves Glycemic Control, Dyslipidemia in Type 2 Diabetes
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22-23
Review of Adulteration of Chinese Patent Medicines with Synthetic Drugs
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23
Vitexina Extract Shows Radioprotective Effect in Breast Cancer
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24
Effects of Flaxseed on Lipids and Bone Metabolism in Postmenopause
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24-25
CAM Therapies for Menopausal Symptoms Reviewed
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26
Licorice and Its Potential Risk of Preterm Births
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27
Trial Studies Effects of St. John's Wort and Sertraline
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28-29
Echinacea Unsuccessful in the Treatment of Common Cold
60
page:
16
Study Shows No Systemic Estrogenic Effect of Black Cohosh Extract
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17
Survey Results of Cancer Patients’ Alternative Medicine Use
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18
Effects of Saw Palmetto Extract on Prostate Tissue of Men with BPH
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19
Isoflavones Linked to Anticancer Activity in Soy
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20
Lack of Efficacy of Valepotriates from Valerian in Small Trial on Patients with Generalized Anxiety Disorder
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20
Evaluation of a Frankincense-Turmeric Preparation for Managing Knee Osteoarthritis
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21
Efficacy of Butcher's Broom in Chronic Venous Insufficiency
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22-23
St. John's Wort and Drug Interactions
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24-25
Pycnogenol® Chewing Gum Tested on Dental Plaque Formation and Gingival Bleeding
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25
Use of Valerian in Small Sample of Children Experiencing Insomnia
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26
Reduction of Nausea and Vomiting after Hysterectomy Using Capsicum Plaster
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27
Kava and Valerian Reduce Stress Reaction in Clinical Trial
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page:
18
Effects of Juice on Kidney Stone Formation
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19
Effectiveness of Ginkgo Extract in Persons with No History of Neurocognitive Dysfunction
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19-20
Habitual Tea Drinkers May Have Increased Bone Mineral Density
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21
Lavender Oil May Help Agitation in Severe Dementia
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22
Intake of Dietary Catechins May Reduce Risk of Death from Ischemic Heart Disease
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23
Treatment of Constipation-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Padma Lax
58
page:
24
Comparison of Traditional Ayurvedic Herb Arjuna to Conventional Drug in Treating Stable Angina
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25
Korean Red Ginseng Helps Men with Erection Problems in Clinical Study
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27

Hawthorn Shows Promise in Small Mild, Essential Hypertension Study

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Lycopenes in the Prevention of Prostate Cancer

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23
Trial Examines the Effects of Soy Phytoestrogen on Hot Flashes in Postmenopausal Women Who Have Had Breast Cancer
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25-26

Systemic Review of Tea and Cardiovascular Disease

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20
Effects of Phytoestrogens on Women's Health When Substituted for HRT
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21
Blood Coagulation, Surgery, and the Use of Herbal Medicine
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21-22
Small Trial Fails to Show Benefits of Echinacea to Treat Genital Herpes
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22-23
Assessment of Herb-Drug Interactions in Literature Shows Many Case Reports Lack Adequate Information to Determine Reliability
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23
Effect of Bitter Orange Juice on the Cardiovascular System
56
page:
20
Heating Garlic Can Reduce Some of Its Biological Activity
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20
Pycnogenol Pine Bark Extract Shows Promise in Diabetic Retinopathy
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22
Press Releases Freely Interpret Failed Study and Claims that St. John's Wort Doesn't Work
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23
Small Trial Shows Hawthorn Leaf and Flower Extract Is Effective in Early-Stage Congestive Heart Failure
55
page:
14
Gotu Kola Shows Anxiety-Reducing Activity in Clinical Trial
page:
14
Extensive Review of Health Benefits of Tea
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16
Artichoke Leaf Extract Treats Irritable Bowel Syndrome
page:
16
Herbal Immune Modulators as Potential Therapy for HIV Patients
53
page:
17
Recent Trial on St. John's Wort Creates Misunderstandings
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18
American Ginseng and Cancer Drugs Inhibit Breast Cancer Cell Growth in In Vitro Study
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19
American Ginseng Reduces Blood Sugar Levels after Meals in Type II Diabetics in Small Trial
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20
Clinical Study Suggests Relative Safety and Efficacy of Ephedra-Guarana Combination
48
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63-64
Scientific Studies and Reports in the Herbal Literature: What Are We Studying and Reporting?
44
page:
17
Lower Risk of Colorectal and Pancreatic Cancers Seen in Green Tea Drinkers.
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21
Benefits of Artichoke Leaf Extract in Hypercholesterolemia, Dyspepsia, and Liver Function.
43
page:
22
Grapefruit Juice Squeezes More Out of Medications.
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23
Clinical Study Concludes Dong Quai Not Effective for Menopause.
42
page:
14
JAMA Study Reports on Positive Results with Ginkgo in Alzheimer's.
page:
18
Feverfew Effective in Migraine Prevention.
41
page:
16
Feverfew Trials: The promise of -- and the problem with -- standardized botanical extracts.
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20
Devil's Claw for Low Back Pain.
page:
21
Indian Herb for Chronic Congestive Heart Failure.
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18
Clinical Trial of Fenugreek: For Cholesterol and Blood Sugar Levels of Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetics.
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18
Study Shows Citrosa Ineffective as Mosquito Repellent.
page:
19
Immunomodulating Compounds from Traditional Chinese Herbs.
40
page:
17
Lycopene in Tomatoes May Help Prevent Prostate Cancer.
page:
17
Citrus Pectin May Inhibit Metastasis of Prostate Cancer.
page:
19
Native Foods and Drugs of North America.
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21
Plants with Antidiabetic Activity.
page:
21
Camptothecin and Taxol: Natural Anti-Cancer Agents.
39
page:
16
Meta-analysis of Clinical Trials on St. John's Wort for Depression.
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17
Bromelain and Musculoskeletal Injuries.
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17
Case Report of Pokeweed Toxicity: Severe Gastrointestinal Upset May Affect Cardiac Activity.
page:
18
Antidiabetic Properties of Bitter Melon.
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19
Anti-anxiety Effects of Chamomile Compounds.
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20
Benefits of Grape Seed Extract.
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20
Herbs and Spices with Antioxidant and/or Antimicrobial Compounds.
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21
Licorice Extract and Glycyrrhizin Activity.
38
page:
14
Traditional Uses of Nutmeg in Spice Islands.
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15
Milk Thistle Extracts Reduce Liver Damage From Psychotropic Drugs.
page:
15
Horse Chestnut Seed Extract For Chronic Venous Insufficiency.
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16
Essential Oils for Headache Treatment.
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18
Study on Antimicrobial Activity of Gallic Acids in Sumac.
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19
Fungus and Taxol.
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19
Variability in Comfrey PA Content.
37
page:
14
Peppermint Oil and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
page:
14
Antioxidant Effect of Tibetan Plant Preparation.
page:
16
Artichoke Increases Bile Output
page:
16
Flax Seed for Sex Steroid Action.
page:
17
Echinacea Clinical Studies Reviewed.
36
page:
15
Kampo Herbal Formula Prevents Liver Cancer.
page:
16
Valerian Safety Confirmed in Overdose.
page:
16
Cardiovascular Benefits of Green Tea.
page:
18
Betulinic Acid From Birch Bark May Treat Melanoma.
35
page:
11
Topical Tea Tree Oil for Nail Fungus.
page:
13
Chinese Herbal Combination for Acute Bronchiolitis in Children.
34
page:
11
HAWTHORN FOR CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE.
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11
MELISSA RELIEF FOR HERPES SUFFERERS.
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12
SAW PALMETTO EXTRACT IN THE TREATMENT OF BPH.
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13
GINKGO BILOBA EXTRACT EFFICACY IN EARLY STAGE ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE.
page:
14
Summary of a Lancet Editorial: PHARMACEUTICALS FROM PLANTS; GREAT POTENTIAL, FEW FUNDS.
33
page:
16
Chinese Herbal Medicine Toxicity.
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14
Ayurvedic Longevity Formula.
page:
14
Lavender Oil: Aromatherapy.
page:
15
St. John's Wort Treats Depression.
page:
16
Anti-emetic Compounds in Ginger and Magnolia.
31
page:
13
HORSE CHESTNUT REDUCES PAIN OF HEMATOMA.
page:
13
GLA PROVEN EFFECTIVE FOR RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS.
page:
14
RESURGENCE OF KAMPO MEDICINE IN JAPAN.
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15
ANTI-ALCOHOL EFFECTS OF KUDZU.
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16
PHYLLANTHUS/HEPATITIS B UPDATE.
page:
16
FLAVONOIDS IN THE NEWS.
27
page:
21-22
Latin American Antimicrobials.
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22
Antivirals Too.
page:
22-23
Anticancer Effects of Garlic - More Proof.
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22
Finally, Something Good About Tobacco.
page:
23
Four O'clocks for Wound Treatment.
26
page:
26
Impressive Antiemetic Effect of Ginger.
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27
Anti-ulcer Effect of Garlic.
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27
More benefits of Fenugreek.