Monthly Archives: November 2020

Rose Hips As A Source of Vitamin C

Posted on November 18, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Rose hips are berries that are produced by the rose hip tree, also called the rose haw or dog rose tree. The berries are nutritionally interesting because they have a very high content of vitamin C. In fact 100 grams … Continue reading →

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What Is The “Ash” Content of Food?

Posted on November 17, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Certain foods, particularly animal feed, often refer to an ash content of the food. The ash content of the food refers to the inorganic portion of the food. Generally food is made up of organic and inorganic portions. The organic … Continue reading →

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Chaenomeles maulei As A Mood Elevating Herb

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Chaenomeles is a group of plants belonging to the Rosaceae (rose) family of plants. The plants can be found growing naturally in Korea, China and Burma. In these countries, Chaenomeles plants are used in traditional medicine systems for a variety … Continue reading →

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Ruta graveolens (Common Rue)

Posted on November 15, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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Ziziphus jujube as an Antidepressant

Posted on November 14, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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Medicinal Terpenoids

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Terpenoids are naturally occurring plant chemicals that comprise of isoprene units. These isoprene units can be constructed together in multiple ways giving rise to a diverse and large group of phytochemicals. Terpenoids include the sub-groups monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, diterpenes, sesterterpenes, tetraterpenes. … Continue reading →

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Rosa Canina Flowers As a Treatment for Anxiety

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Rosa canina is a flowering plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family. Common names for the plant include dog rose, rose hip or briar rose. The flowers on the plant are fragrant white or pink, and the plant produces fruits … Continue reading →

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Pulsatilla Plants as a Source of Phytochemicals

Posted on November 12, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Pulastilla is a group of flowering plants that belong to the Ranunculaceae (buttercup) family. The genus contains about 70 species, and some of these are used medicinally. Some common species of Pulsatilla plants include Pulsatilla nemorosa, Pulsatilla patens, Pulsatilla vulgaris … Continue reading →

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Pulsatilla nigricans: An Anti-Anxiety Herb

Posted on November 11, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Pulsatilla nigricans is a flowering plant that belongs to the buttercup or Ranunculaceae family of plants. These plants can be found growing throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Pulsatilla nigricans is used in traditional medicine as a treatment for … Continue reading →

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Anxiety and Depression as a Complex Disorder

Posted on November 10, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Anxiety and depression are mood disorders that have complex aetiologies and complex progressions. Anxiety is defined as a feeling of unease. Depression is defined as a low mood. Both disorders can persist for a period of time, and have no … Continue reading →

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