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Redder Antioxidant-Richer Lettuce Using LEDs
in The Biotech Weblog, on May 21, 2009
... ultraviolet light-emitting diodes (LEDs) .
To create red leaf lettuce plants enriched with these compounds, Britz purchased low-power LEDs that shine with UVB light, a component of natural sunlight....
Pollution-Related Asthma May Start in the Womb
in Allergies, on February 27, 2009
... ACSL3 gene is associated with a mother's exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), compounds that are byproducts of incomplete fuel combustion that accumulate to high levels in heavy-...
Cinnamon May Improve Blood Sugar Levels
in Daily Diabetic, on February 21, 2009
... levels were reported.
The above finding adds to a growing body of research reporting that active compounds in cinnamon may improve parameters associated with diabetes.
Hmmm...I guess we just have ...
Hops Extract Lupulone as Antibiotic in Poultry
in The Biotech Weblog, on December 8, 2008
...urtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 4090990 Researchers have found that hops extracts have antimicrobial compounds such as lupulone that may be used to to control levels of the pathogenic bacteria Clost...
Patagonia Fungus Produces "Myco-Diesel"
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 25, 2008
... Gliocladium roseum , which grows on the branches of a tree called Eucryphia cordifolia , produces compounds normally associated with diesel fuel, which is obtained from crude oil. Will the fungi be ...
Oral Administration of Garlic Compounds May Treat Diabetes
in The Biotech Weblog, on November 25, 2008
...treat both type 1 and 2 diabetes in mice. A new study indicates that oral administration of these compounds works just as well , particularly in type-1 diabetic mice.
The new study looked primaril...
Novel Antibiotic Candidates from Myxobacteria
in The Biotech Weblog, on October 26, 2008
...605 German researchers have identified a group of new natural antibiotics against tuberculosis. The compounds have been isolated from Myxobacteria , and works by inhibiting the pathogen's RNA pol...
Giant Knotwood Extract Regalia Biopesticide
in The Biotech Weblog, on September 26, 2008
...effectively
controls powdery mildew, bacterial diseases, rusts, gray mold and other crop diseases. Compounds
that are extracted from the knotweed have been proven to stimulate the crops' natural d...
Brown Rice Compound, Bioactive Against Diabetes
in The Biotech Weblog, on September 25, 2008
... Photo courtesy of iStockphoto , Image# 7005293 Researchers have identified bioactive compounds in pre-germinated brown rice which may be responsible for its claimed health benefits in cognitive ...
Pentazocine May Protect Against Diabetes-Related Retinal Damage
in Daily Diabetic, on September 25, 2008
...the September issue of Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, the findings suggest that compounds like pentazocine that bind with the sigma receptor in the eye may be good treatments for th...
Tabebuia impetiginosa Extract May Help Reduce Obesity, Diabetes and Heart Disease Risks
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 14, 2008
...rrently in press. The researchers say that futher studies will be conducted to identify the active compounds in the extracts.
Source
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Protein Transporter for Lutein and Zeaxanthin, Identified
in The Biotech Weblog, on July 25, 2008
... © piddy77
Scientists have identified a protein transporter for the compounds lutein and zeaxanthin , which are believed to protect against the development of age-related macular degeneration ....
Drug Candidates from Marine Animals
in The Biotech Weblog, on July 8, 2008
...ilies , were examined further, and from these we have been able to isolate and characterise the compounds responsible. We have shown that one of these molecules is able to allow normal cell death ...
Use of Genomics to Control Dandruff
in The Biotech Weblog, on May 23, 2008
...s for 12 hydrolases, which break down oils and could all become potential targets for anti-dandruff compounds. The company patented the 12 genes for their anti-dandruff promise.
Read the full article...
Transgenic SunUp Papaya Genome
in The Biotech Weblog, on April 24, 2008
...genes for enzymes involved in cell-wall expansion, starch production and for production of volatile compounds.
Read more from the University of Illinois report ....
Bromelain and Allergies
in Allergies, on April 11, 2008
...y absorbed from the GI tract. Bromelain is well known for its enhancement of absorption of various compounds, including pentobarbital and antibiotics such as tetracycline and amoxicillin. Bromelain a...
Soy, Black Tea, Insulin and Diabetes
in Daily Diabetic, on March 4, 2008
... black tea after being found to have the potential to protect against diabetes .
Black tea compounds may protect against diabetes
Compounds in black tea may be able to mimic insulin and he...
Type 2 Diabetes and Environmental Pollution
in Daily Diabetic, on February 11, 2008
...strated a very strong relationship between the levels of POPs in blood, particularly organochlorine compounds, and the risk of type 2 diabetes.
This is really a new factor to look into in terms of t...
Modified Atkins Diet Against Adult Epileptic Seizures
in Straightfromthedoc, on February 9, 2008
...es. It appears to limit or even eliminate seizures, possibly by generating the build-up of ketones, compounds the body produces when it derives calories mostly from fat.
Why exactly the ketogenic ...
Eat More Fruits and Veggies, Drink Red Wine to Counter Bad Effects of High-Fat Food
in Straightfromthedoc, on January 3, 2008
...f the report:
"We suggest a new hypothesis to explain polyphenols. For the first time, these compounds were demonstrated to prevent significantly the appearance of toxic food derivative compoun...
Light Powered Platinum is 80X Powerful Than Similar Cancer Treatments
in Straightfromthedoc, on December 23, 2007
...vated PtIV complex is also more efficient in its toxic action on cancer cells in that, unlike other compounds currently used in photodynamic therapy, it does not require the presence of significant am...
Anti-Helicobacter pylori and Thrombin Inhibitory Components from Chinese Dragon's Blood
in The Biotech Weblog, on December 22, 2007
...t is used to fight ulcer bacteria and blood clots.
Researchers have now isolated 22 different compounds from the powdered stems of Dracaena cochinchinensis, a common source of dragon's blood...
Drinking Wine Linked to Lower Lung Cancer Risk
in Celebrate Wine, on December 16, 2007
...s. The first is that wine does not contain certain carcinogens, such as nitrosamines, cancer-linked compounds sometimes found in brewed beverages and products preserved with nitrites. Second, antioxid...
Global Institute for Bio-Exploration (GIBEX)
in The Biotech Weblog, on December 12, 2007
...ays with the country.
The program also is developing techniques for analyzing the soup of chemical compounds in wild plants. By screening plants in the field, the researchers are able to identify bio...
Grape-Soy Combo: Enhanced Anti-Obesity Effects
in Straightfromthedoc, on November 30, 2007
...that soy is healthy. Soy is healthy . And that grape is healthy. Grape is healthy . At least the compounds found in grapes and soy are the ones healthy.
What if you mix grapes with soy? Then ...
High Urinary Levels of Certain Molecules: Potential Biomarker of Lupus Nephritis
in Straightfromthedoc, on November 27, 2007
...Elevated levels of all four compounds - VCAM-1, P-selection, TNFR-1 and CXCL 16 - in the urine have the potential to serve as biomarkers for a potentially life-shortening kidney ailment caused by th...
Making the Most of Your Iron Supplements or Multivitamins
in Next Nine Months, on November 26, 2007
...oose such a brand. In addition, it is best not to take it immediately after breakfast as there are compounds in coffee and milk which interfere with iron absorption .
There are certain foods that wi...
Long-term Beta Carotene Supplements for Less Cognitive Decline in Men
in Straightfromthedoc, on November 15, 2007
... a member of the carotenoids - which are highly pigmented (red, orange, yellow), fat- soluble compounds naturally present in many fruits, grains, oil and vegetables (green plants, carrots, sweet...
Yes, You Can Have Your Chocolate
in Are you a beauty?, on November 3, 2007
...ocolate we're talking about. milk chocolate , unfortunately, doesn't contain the same compounds and therefore, doesn't offer the same healthy benefits. All milk chocolate does is tas...
WHB #107 - Loving Rosemary
in Do you like to cook?, on November 3, 2007
...e system, increasing circulation, and improving digestion. Rosemary also contains anti-inflammatory compounds that may make it useful for reducing the severity of asthma attacks. In addition, rosemary...
Overeating Sugar Could Cause Wrinkles
in Well Woman Blog, on October 21, 2007
...ldberg.
5. Use new ingredients that protect skin from sugar. A growing number of products contain compounds like aminoguanidine and alistin, which have been shown to block the formation of AGEs. &qu...
White Out Dark Circles and Fine Lines with Sircuit Natural Skincare!
in Cool Picking, on October 17, 2007
...al colors, fragrance or preservatives, and cruelty free, this product has chemo-prophylactic compounds and Fullerenes for deep delivery of optically active nutrients to help smooth those fine l...
Lights! Camera! Power Failure!
in Eagle Par Birdie, on October 8, 2007
... such production values. And not every one of these instructors is a great communicator, which only compounds the issue.
Yes, we can applaud them for trying. Yes, we acknowledge that video production...
Test To Help Avoid "Red Wine Headache"
in Celebrate Wine, on October 3, 2007
...written on the subject, but the fact is that no one is absolutely sure what causes it. A variety of compounds have been blamed: sulfites, tannins, histamines and tyramine. However, a group of Californ...
plasticker.de - Online-Marktplatz für die Kunststoff-Industrie
in Das B2B-Marketing-Blog, on October 3, 2007
... der Rohstoffbörse finden sich regelmäßig über 2.000 Angebote und Gesuche (Granulate, Compounds, Mahlgüter, Flakes, Recyclate) sowie rund 1.000 in der Maschinenbörse (Spritzgießmaschinen, Extrusionsan...
Acetaminophen + Caffeine = Liver Damage
in Straightfromthedoc, on September 30, 2007
...onsume on a daily basis. Most people would similarly need to consume unusually high levels of these compounds together to have a dangerous effect, but the toxic threshold has not yet been determined.&...
Genetically Engineered Microorganisms as Drug Factories
in The Biotech Weblog, on September 20, 2007
...microorganisms, such as E. coli, into tiny "cellular factories" to produce pharmaceutical compounds, such as flavonoids, that fight aging, cancer or obesity, as well as high-value chemicals....
Red Wine Diet
in Celebrate Wine, on September 19, 2007
... The book is written by and based on researched conducted by scientist Roger Corder. Apparently the compounds called procyanidins are the key ingredient in red wine and help ward off illness. In 1996 ...
Apples and Apple Juice Reduce Asthma Risk in Children
in Allergies, on September 17, 2007
Another study which has been published in the journal Thorax reiterates previous findings that apples and apple juice consumption during pregnancy reduced the incidence of asthma and wheezing among their children up til they were 5 years old. Just a few months ago, I reported on a similar stu...
Cardiac Muscles Derived from Embryonic Stem Cells May Treat Heart Attack Damages
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 26, 2007
...lt with the other big challenge of stem cell death by implanting the cells along with a cocktail of compounds aimed at helping them grow. The cocktail included a growth "matrix"- a sort of s...
Elixir Pharma's Type 2 Diabetes Drug Mitiglinide Enters Phase III Clinical Trial
in Daily Diabetic, on August 22, 2007
...ese company Kissei Pharmaceutical . (pdf file)
Mitiglinide (a member of the meglitinide class of compounds) has been studied extensively in human clinical studies in
the U.S., Europe, Australia, and...
Cannabis May Treat Skin Allergies
in Allergies, on August 16, 2007
...gic responses through modulating the production of this chemokine .
These suggest that cannabinoid compounds from the cannabis plant may be developed as a therapy against skin allergies. Should you w...
Genetically Engineered Mice Produce Human Live Cells
in The Biotech Weblog, on August 13, 2007
... worldwide market for human liver cells the pharmaceutical industry uses for testing candidate drug compounds is estimated at $2 billion a year, Yecuris business plan seems to be a viable. The study h...
Blue Tortillas for Diabetics and Dieters
in Daily Diabetic, on August 2, 2007
...oloring in this particular corn is due to the presence of anthocyanins , the same health promoting compounds found in purple berries and red wine.
So, where do we find blue tortillas?
Read the fu...
MBT: The Cause of Latex Allergy
in Allergies, on July 30, 2007
...azole, or MBT .
According to Paul D. Siegel, a bioorganic chemistry team leader at NIOSH :
Compounds such as MBT are too small to provoke an allergic response on their own, but they can bind ...
Pumpkin Extracts: Potential Alternative/Replacement to Insulin?
in Daily Diabetic, on July 9, 2007
...reby boosting levels of insulin-producing beta cells and insulin in the blood. Making these pumpkin compounds a potential replacement, if not reduce a diabetic's daily insulin injection.
A group...
Nutrition and Your Microwave
in Well Woman Blog, on June 22, 2007
...als known as glucosinolates by 40 percent. Within the body, glucosinolates are converted into other compounds called isothiocyanates that are believed to have cancer-protective properties.
I found th...
Soy Eases Menopause Symptoms
in Well Woman Blog, on June 21, 2007
...diet.
According to Nutrition, Naturally :
Soy is good for the menopause due to the phytoestrogen compounds which are present in soy.
These phytoestrogen compounds are similar to oestrogen.
iVil...
Using Gene Therapy to Restore Hearing
in The Biotech Weblog, on June 18, 2007
...ken together with the results from another group of scientists who showed that similar gene therapy compounds can produce new hair cells and restore hearing function in guinea pigs suggest that the fu...
For Bone Health Protection: Dietary Calcium, Better than Supplements
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 16, 2007
... also known that dairy products, which are a major source of calcium, can contain active estrogenic compounds, and these can influence bone density and the amount of estrogenic metabolites in the urin...
Strathclyde to Screen CABI's Fungi Collection for Lead Compounds
in The Biotech Weblog, on June 14, 2007
...ABI 's fungal collection will be screened by the University of Strathclyde for potential lead compounds against MRSA, cancers and other diseases.
CABI houses one of the world's largest gen...
Marijuana Compound Can Reduce Skin Allergy Reactions
in Allergies, on June 12, 2007
...h as asthma and eczema may might not produce enough such endocannabinoids. In these cases, THC-like compounds may have therapeutic potential.
BUT, do not try to self-medicate with marijuana!
Should ...
Shark Cartilage Compound is No Lung Cancer Therapy
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 6, 2007
... been done with cartilage-derived products have been negative."
Unlike other shark cartilage compounds previously studied, Neovastat was never sold over-the-counter.
Aeterna Zentaris deve...
Creosote Bush Compound: The Next Anti-Aging?
in Straightfromthedoc, on June 3, 2007
... There might be hope for anti-aging compounds after all, according to University of Michigan researchers.
A synthetic derivative of a pungent desert shrub is being tested in mice experiments to f...
Holy Cow! It's A Line of All Natural NON HAZARDOUS Household Cleaners
in Cool Picking, on June 1, 2007
...
Household cleanser's aren't always good for you. VOC (volatile organic compounds) can cause problems for people and over the long term, there are ingredients in many household cleaners t...
Wrinkles Due to Natural Skin Aging Reduced by Vitamin A
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 28, 2007
...he wrinkles associated with natural aging and may also help promote the production of skin-building compounds.
"Topical retinol improves fine wrinkles associated with natural aging. Significant...
Foods that Worsen Allergies
in Allergies, on May 22, 2007
... may exacerbate or worsen a person's allergic reactions. These are food items that are rich in compounds that can trigger inflammation :
1. Milk and cheese
2. Omega -6 fatty acids
3. Protei...
Chemicals and Breast Cancer
in Well Woman Blog, on May 22, 2007
...rectly affect humans and include industrial solvents, pesticides, dyes, gasoline and diesel exhaust compounds, cosmetics ingredients, hormones, pharmaceuticals, radiation, and a chemical in chlorinate...
Lipoic Acid and the Quest for Anti-aging Compounds
in Straightfromthedoc, on May 20, 2007
...und and anything else that will "stall aging".
Recent developments told us some of such compounds are unsafe and ineffective .
Still, I don't quite get it. We are all going to get ...
Spruce Up Your House With Fresh Paint- But Go Green with Glidden's New Evermore VOC
in Cool Picking, on May 8, 2007
...our house green, but being environmentally conscious with a paint that has no VOC (volatile organic compounds) and is virtually odor-free so you can paint any room and know that you won't have t...
Anti-inflammatory Proteins and Pain
in Well Woman Blog, on April 28, 2007
...this way:
Cytokines are a group of proteins and peptides that are used in organisms as signaling compounds. These chemical signals are similar to hormones and neurotransmitters and are used to allow ...
Side Effects of Allergy Medications
in Allergies, on April 25, 2007
...That leaflet that comes with your pack of decongestants-- have you ever read them? Do you know what compounds are in your antihistamine, and most importantly, the side effects?
This article from Med...
Skin Allergies and Hydrocortisone
in Allergies, on April 23, 2007
...icoids , or specifically cortisol (hydrocortisone) is commonly recommended by doctors. These compounds have very potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties, and thus improves the...
The Truth About Coffee
in Well Woman Blog, on April 13, 2007
...d, not instant) may offer a variety of health benefits because of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds coffee contains.
If you're a drinker, there's even more good news. I found this ...
Cocoa for High Blood Pressure
in Well Woman Blog, on April 11, 2007
...ding cocoa and tea.
An article from Ivanhoe's Medical Breakthroughs tells us:
Foods rich in compounds like polyphenols are thought have beneficial effects on blood pressure and cardiovascular ...
Stomach Fats Reduce Antioxidants' Effects
in Straightfromthedoc, on April 4, 2007
... (the active component of vitamin C), to protect against the generation of potential cancer-forming compounds in the stomach is less than when no lipids are present.
The study results, illustrating ...
Tequila for your Colon?
in Well Woman Blog, on March 31, 2007
...ulcerative colitis. It seems something new is on the horizon.
An article in Endonurse reports:
Compounds derived from the blue agave, a fruit used to make tequila, shows promise in early laborato...
Naturally Boost Immune System to Fight Allergies This Season
in Allergies, on March 28, 2007
... us to be reminded of some natural ways to boost our system so we can fight allergies:
The sulfur compounds found in garlic and onions have antiviral and antibacterial qualities and are well known t...
Water-Soluble Fish Oil and Omega-3 Fatty Acids...Anyone?
in The Biotech Weblog, on March 14, 2007
...es a superior platform for solubilizing omega-3 fatty acids and other water- insoluble lipophilic compounds for foods, beverages, nutritional supplements, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
To achieve s...
ImQuest Pharmaceuticals REceives Grant to Develop Novel Microbicide Against HIV
in The Biotech Weblog, on March 5, 2007
... as topical microbicides.
The grant will support evaluation of the ability of three highly potent compounds - called pyrimidinediones - to inhibit the transmission of HIV to women.
These drugs, ca...
