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WELCOME TO
HERBAL EXTRACTS PLUS INFORMATION.... |
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 ~
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Offer Cancer Benefit - Especially Certain Breast Cancers ~
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and their metabolite products may be effective at blocking the growth of cancers and especially the growth of triple-negative breast cancer tumors.
Recent data from researchers at Fox Chase Cancer Center, USA, suggest that Omega-3 Fatty Acids slow or stop the proliferation (growth) of cancer cells, but are especially effective at blocking growth of triple-negative breast cancer cells. The scientists found that the Omega-3s worked against all types of cancerous cells, but the effect was observed to be stronger in triple-negative cell lines, where it reduced proliferation by as much as 90%. The researchers noted that “Diet can play a critical role in breast cancer prevention,” as when comparing the western diet to the fish-rich Mediterranean diet (with more Omega-3s), there is less cancer in the Mediterranean diet. The researchers noted that no targeted therapies are currently available for patients diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer and there is no specific treatment for it. It is found more frequently in Latina and African-American women, and it is highly aggressive with a low survival rate. When the research team tested the effect of large Omega-3 parent molecules, as well as their smaller metabolic derivatives, on three luminal cell lines and seven lines that included basal-type triple-negative cells, Omega-3 inhibited proliferation in all cell lines, but with dramatic efficacy in the triple-negative cell lines. In addition, the metabolites of Omega-3 reduced motility by between 20% and 60% in the triple-negative basal cell lines. This underscores the important role common compounds found in foods may play in keeping cancer at bay. Read the study details in the article below.
Sources:
Fox Chase Cancer Center and NutraIngredients |
Read the full article:
Omega-3 May Offer Cancer Benefit - Especially in Certain Breast Cancers ~ |
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HEALTH TIPS ~
Retreat from the Heat ~
Excessive heat exposure kills; extreme heat can cause serious health problems like exhaustion, heat stroke, cramps, sunburn and rashes. Begin this week by taking special precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses now that the summer is approaching. Be sure to drink more fluids (water); avoid alcoholic and sugary drinks; wear lightweight, light colored and loosely fitting clothing; limit outdoor activity to the morning or evening, and stay in an air-conditioned environment during extreme afternoon temperatures.
De-Stress Through Diet ~
While food isn’t a cure-all when it comes to stress, what you consume has the potential to affect your body. Alcohol, caffeine and high-sugar foods can contribute to mood changes, excessive stress and blood sugar disruption. Foods rich in the vitamin B complex, on the other hand, may help you stabilize your mood and avoid stress, while those rich in antioxidants may help combat the free radicals released when your body’s stressed. If you feel stressed this week, increase your vitamin B and antioxidant intake by opting for veggies (especially dark leafy greens), whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds. |
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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!
Enjoy, and thank you for visiting Herbal Extracts Plus Information ~ Your Home
for Good Health ~ for Life! |
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Navigating Herbal Extracts Plus Information site...
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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