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Herbal Extracts Plus extends our warmest welcome to you, our friends (old and new) and longtime patrons! Having previously supplied fine botanicals and natural nutrients since 1995, our company now provides our rich storehouse of accumulated valuable information. This includes current and previous scientific research and university studies, history and folk use, clinical trials and common usage of herbs, spices and natural supplements....and how alternative therapy using natural substances and lifestyle habits may enhance your health right now and maintain it for many years to come - the natural way.
Herbal Extracts Plus Information ~ Your Home for Good Health ~ for Life! :
With modern pressures of quick-paced living, rising obesity, fast food and too little time, the need to fit a good diet and healthy lifestyle into the family's busy schedule has never been greater. Many of us feel it is time to take a more proactive stance with respect to the role that nutrition plays as a means to stay healthy (which includes
Herbs, Botanicals & Nutrients) and effectively manage our diets to maximize health - naturally. As always we shall continue to examine the abundant research that we have found over the years illustrating the many health benefits associated with good nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
We invite you to visit us daily for all the latest herbal news, current research and information about important health topics and healthy lifestyle tips. Feel free to browse our site, and if you have any questions or need assistance with regard to herbs and how they can help, feel free to contact us at research@herbalextractsplus.com. |
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NEW RESEARCH ~
Ginger Compounds
May Help To Treat
Asthma Symptoms ~
Supplementation With Ginger Root and Vitamin D May Help Ease Symptoms of Asthma.
Asthma is characterized by broncho-constriction, a tightening of the bronchial tubes that carry air into and out of the lungs. Bronchodilating medications called beta-agonists are among the most common types of asthma medications and work by relaxing the airway smooth muscle (ASM) tissues. According to preliminary research from Columbia University Department of Anesthesiology, Ginger Root contains specific components that can help enhance the relaxing effects of bronchodilators in asthmatic people and help patients breathe more easily. In the study, the scientists demonstrated that when contracted tissue samples were exposed to extracts of Ginger: 6-gingerol, 8-gingerol or 6-shogaol (potentially most effective), along with the beta-agonist, isoproterenol, they demonstrated that the components of Ginger can work synergistically with beta-agonists to relax airway smooth muscle - adding that the mixture of the three Ginger extracts and isoproterenol on the contracted tissues demonstrated significantly greater relaxation than those treated only with isoproterenol. They hope that future studies will enable them to gain a better understanding of the cellular mechanisms that facilitate ASM relaxation and whether aerosol delivery of these Ginger extracts can have therapeutic benefit. Meanwhile, research conducted in London’s Kings College indicated that Vitamin D was able to lower the activity of interleukin-17, which is strongly implicated in asthma. The research team noted that people with high levels of vitamin D are better able to control their asthma; the connection is quite striking. The results of their observations were so positive that they are testing this in a clinical trial in steroid resistant asthma patients to further research the possibilities of Vitamin D as a potential treatment, as the findings already suggest that supplementation with vitamin D may one day be used not only to treat people with steroid resistant asthma but also to reduce the doses of steroids in other asthma patients and thus reduce the risk of harmful side effects.
Sources: Science Daily and NutraIngredients |
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GINGER AND VITAMIN D SHOW POTENTIAL IN REDUCING
ASTHMA SYMPTOMS ~ |
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HEALTH TIPS ~
Pace Yourself
To Avoid Injury ~
If you're new to exercise, remember to pace yourself. Select a low- to moderate-intensity exercise such as yoga, cycling (leisurely), gardening, mall walking, water-aerobics or swimming (moderate pace). Gradually increase the intensity and duration of exercise as you become fitter to help maintain your lowered blood pressure. Remember safety: No matter what exercise you do, be aware of your limitations. If the exercise or activity hurts, Stop! If you feel dizzy or have discomfort in your chest, arms or throat, Stop! Also, go slower on hot and humid days or overheated areas, and exercise in a cooler facility - and don't forget to hydrate.
Fact or Fiction ~ Is Bottled Water Best? Fiction! Water is a healthier choice for your waistline and healthier than sugary beverages or diet sodas, but some bottled water is nothing more than treated tap water. Americans now spend billions annually on spring, mineral and other expensive bottled brands. You might think it tastes better, but it may not always be better. While some does hail from mountain streams or artesian wells, the Center for Disease Control tells us that bottling can breed bacteria and germs, such as cryptosporidium, which can cause digestive illness. If you have a weakened immune system, check labels for these protective processes: Reverse Osmosis or Distillation or Filtration with absolute 1-micron filter. Try your own water filter that uses one of those terms. Most home tap water is treated with fluoride to protect teeth; not all bottled water has enough for optimal oral health. In any case, Always Read Labels. |
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HERBAL EXTRACTS PLUS INFORMATION no longer offers our fine botanicals for sale and we are now an independent, not-for-profit educational site. The information on this site is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of a qualified healthcare professional. You should not use the information herein for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of medication or treatment. We have always recommended that you consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem.We do not endorse or sell products, nor verify the content or claims made with respect to outside research collected for this site, either implicit or explicit, nor responsible for any consequences of the use of this information. Herbal Extracts Plus does not profit in any way from the information herein, which is copyrighted by Herbal Extracts Plus, unless otherwise credited.
WEBPAGE CONVERSION/
NEW LAYOUT
We have moved all our news articles from our News Archives webpage onto our News and Research webpage and reorganized all articles alphabetically, rather than by date. We want to make the articles as easy to find as possible for you so we thought that it would be more effective in an alphabetical format. The News Archives page has been removed from the website but we do have additional research articles on our Suggested Reading webpage if you're looking for more!
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for Good Health ~ for Life! |
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Our main links are on the left of every page of the site. Browse our Symptoms and Remedies page for all natural herbal remedies that will help you to relieve many different ailments and conditions. Find your own herbal remedy by looking through our Single Herbs, Botanicals & Nutrients. We offer information covering over 300 well-known and time-tested herbs, spices, fruits, vegetables, plants and other natural nutriionals that are well known for their beneficial therapeutic properties. Visit these pages and learn how they can help us all achieve and maintain optimum health. Keep on top of the latest News Research (linked above). You'll find the latest university and scientific studies exploring the world of botanicals and how they can improve our health....the natural way! We have also composed several informative articles chronicling the histories of Ayurvedic Medicine, Naturopathic Medicine, The History of Herbal Medicine (in general) and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Our Herbal Learning Center offers carefully researched and comprehensive information relating to important health topics, herbs and herbal health. In the event you may be unfamiliar with some of the terms you find throughout our website, we have included a Glossary of Terms and Definitions. Our Herbal Preparations will demonstrate some simple ways for you to prepare your own herbal remedies, including teas, herbal infusions, tinctures, poultices, etc., at home; and we have also included a section describing the benefits of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy, another form of healing through herbal extracts in oil form. Don't forget to visit the Vitamins, Minerals, Amino Acids & Other Nutrients page. If you wish to read even more facts about herbs, herbal supplements and current health topics, we have provided a page filled with Links & Resources that will connect you with other helpful websites. They are invaluable resources for information. Visit our FAQs page for answers to questions about taking our herbal supplements or finding your way around our website. |
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