Monthly Archives: March 2019

Does Myricetin Reduce Anxiety and Depression?

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Myricetin is a flavonoid synthesised by plants. Myricetin belongs to the flavonol group of flavonoids. Other flavonnols found in plants include quercetin, kaempferol and galangin. The chemistry of the flavonols makes them biologically active and they may possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory … Continue reading →

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Sesbania grandiflora (Vegetable Hummingbird): Mood Stabiliser?

Posted on March 20, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Sesbania grandiflora is commonly called the vegetable hummingbird, hummingbird tree, katurai, corkwood tree or caturay. Sesbania grandiflora is a member of the Fabaceae (pea) family of plants. The tree is small (5 to 10 meters in height), fast growing and … Continue reading →

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Sphaeranthus indicus as an anxiolytic Herb

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Sphaeranthus indicus Linn. is a species of flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae (daisy) family of plant. In this regard it is in the same family as chamomile. Sphaeranthus indicus can be found growing in India, and common names … Continue reading →

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Damiana (Turnera Aphrodisiaca): Mood Elevating Herb

Posted on March 18, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Damiana (Turnera Aphrodisiaca) is a woody shrub that is native to the Southern United States, and parts of Central and South America. The flowers of the plant are aromatic, and produces a fruit that is similar in taste to figs. … Continue reading →

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Foods that Heal, Foods That Kill

Posted on March 17, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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Creatine and Mood

Posted on March 16, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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Tilia Americana (Basswood): Anxiety Treatment?

Posted on March 15, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Tilia Americana is a species of tree from the Malvaceae (mallows) family of tree. Common names for this tree include American basswood or American linden. This family contains a number of trees of economic importance including cotton and cacao. The … Continue reading →

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Cat’s Claw (Uncaria rhynchophylla) as a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor

Posted on March 14, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Monoamines are a group of chemical neurotransmitters in the brain that include serotonin, noradrenaline and dopamine. Monoamine oxidase (MAO) is an enzyme that is responsible for the breakdown of monoamines in the brain and the peripheral nervous system. Monoamine oxidases … Continue reading →

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Convulvulus Pluricaulis As A Mood Enhancer

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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Valeriana edulis (Edible Valerian): Sedative Plant?

Posted on March 13, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Valeriana edulis is more commonly called the tobacco root or edible valerian. It is a perennial flowering plant characterised by its sparsely leaved stems and clusters of small cream or white flowers that appear in the summer months. Valeriana edulis … Continue reading →

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