Looking for healing plants
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Researchers have discovered that birch bark contains a chemical called betulin that can be converted to betulinic acid, a cancer-fighting compound. Information is also provided about ginseng's effect on blood-sugar levels in non-insulin-dependent diabetics.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1996
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Healing plants around the world
Article Abstract:
Research indicates that wild cucumber, also known as caigua, can reduce total cholesterol in the blood by 22%. However, the more studies are needed with larger numbers of people, and the plant is not available in the US.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1996
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Avocados - the 'fat' fruit that fights cholesterol
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Australian researchers have discovered that avocado significantly lowers cholesterol levels. Participants in a study saw their cholesterol levels drop from an average of 236 to 217 when on a diet rich in avocados.
Publication Name: Prevention
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0032-8006
Year: 1993
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