Monthly Archives: October 2018

Perilla (Perilla Frutescens): Mood Elevating Herb

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Perilla (Perilla frutescens) is an annual plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae or mint family of plants. Common names for Perilla frutescens include perilla or Korean perilla. Perilla is found growing in parts of Asia including Korea, China and India … Continue reading →

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Relieve Depression and Anxiety With A Multivitamin?

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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Rosmarinic Acid: Mood Elevating Phytochemical

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Rosmarinic acid is a phytochemical with important medicinal properties. Rosmarinic acid is an ester derivative of the hydroxycinnamic acid, caffeic acid. Rosmarinic acid is found in a large number of herbs and spices including rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), basil (Ocimum basilicum), … Continue reading →

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Ketogenic Diets Improve Memory

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Robert Barrington

It has been known since the 1920’s that ketogenic diets have beneficial effects on patients who have seizures. Epilepsy, particularly in children, responds well to a ketogenic diet. It is unclear why ketosis is beneficial at reducing the frequency of … Continue reading →

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Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna): Liver Protective Herb

Posted on October 10, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna) is a tree that belongs to the Combretaceae family of plants. Arjuna is usually found growing along river beds and can reach heights of around 25 meters. Arjuna is native to Asian countries including Bangladesh and India … Continue reading →

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Multivitamin and Mineral Formula for Improved Mood

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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Jiaogulan (Gynostemma pentaphyllum): Ginseng Alternative

Posted on October 9, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Jiaogulan (Gynostemma pentaphyllum) is a member of the gourd or Cucurbitaceae family of plants that also contains squash, cucumbers, melons, pumpkin and zucchini. Jiaogulan is native to parts of East Asia including Vietnam, Korea, China and Japan. The plant is … Continue reading →

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Multivitamin and Mineral Formula for Improved Mood

Posted on October 8, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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Terpenes as Phytocannabinoids

Posted on October 8, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Terpenes are a diverse group of phytochemicals that are present in a wide variety of plants. Many of these plants are edible and therefore human and animal consumption of terpenes is significant. Terpenes are thought to be responsible for some … Continue reading →

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Aspartame Metabolism

Posted on October 7, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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