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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
07/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Algerian thyme and lesser calamint essential oils are excellent weed biocontrol agents, reports study
Thyme and calamint are two herbs from the mint (Labiatae) family used in both food and natural medicine. A culinary staple even to this day, thyme is widely used as a seasoning and as medicine for whooping cough, sore throat, arthritis, stomach issues and skin disorders, among others. Thyme also yields a sweet-smelling essential oil that’s used […]
07/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers explore the health benefits of African plants and spices
According to studies, up to 80 percent of people in developing countries use complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs). In fact, CAMs are the most widespread sources of medicine worldwide. When it comes to treating bacterial and fungal skin infections, essential oils are the CAMs of choice. Known for their potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, some essential […]
07/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study shows turmeric essential oil can kill larval tapeworms
Turmeric is a popular superfood and medicinal herb with many beneficial properties and uses. As a spice, it adds flavor to foods and gives them a rich, yellow color. As a dietary supplement and natural remedy, turmeric helps treat a variety of conditions, such as respiratory infections, digestive disorders, arthritis, allergies, and many more. But […]
07/22/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Review looks at antimicrobial properties of plants of the genus Etlingera
Researchers at Noakhali Science and Technology University in Bangladesh discussed the chemical composition and biological activities of essential oils derived from plants of the genus Etlingera. Their review was published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. Essential oils from medicinal plants have been extensively used in the prevention and treatment of various diseases. The aromatic plants of genus Etlingera, […]
07/21/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the antimicrobial properties of essential oils from Cameroonian spices
Researchers at the University of Dschang in Cameroon evaluated the chemical composition and in vitro antimicrobial activity of essential oils from four spices native to Cameroon. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. Using hydrodistillation, the researchers extracted essential oils from the seeds of four Cameroonian spices, namely, Aframomum citratum […]
07/21/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Curcuma longa essential oil found to have scolicidal effects against protoscoleces
Iranian researchers investigated the efficacy and safety of Curcuma longa (turmeric) essential oil (CLEO) against hydatid cysts protoscoleces. They reported their findings in an article published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Hydatid cysts protoscoleces refers to a particular larval stage of the dog tapeworm, Echinococcus granulosus. One of the best ways to cure hydatid cysts […]
07/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Phytochemical analysis of the essential oils of Lithuanian H. arenarium
Researchers at the State Research Institute Center for Physical Sciences and Technology in Lithuania analyzed the chemical composition of essential oils obtained from the inflorescences and leaves of local Helichrysum arenarium (dwarf everlast). Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. The phytochemical composition of essential oils from H. arenarium plants growing in Lithuanian forests and […]
07/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Scientists identify components responsible for the antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of pine essential oils
Pine trees are some of the most well-known and recognizable plants in the world. Research suggests that over a hundred different species of pine trees exist, and most of them have recorded medicinal uses. In different parts of the world, the needles, bark and resin of various pine trees are used as natural remedies for […]
07/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oils from T. fontanesii and S. calamintha could be used for weed biocontrol
In this study, researchers from Algeria evaluated the phytotoxicity of essential oils extracted from two Labiatae (mint) species, namely, Thymus fontanesii and Satureja calamintha. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. T. fontanesii (Algerian thyme) and S. calamintha (lesser calamint) essential oils were tested against some of the most harmful weeds in Algeria. These included Sinapis arvensis (wild mustard), Avena […]
07/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exploring the chemical composition of essential oils from various Pinus species
In this study, researchers from Italy and Kosovo investigated the chemical composition and biological activities of essential oils derived from Pinus heldreichii (Bosnian pine), P. peuce (Macedonian pine), P. mugo (mountain pine), P. nigra (Austrian pine) and P. sylvestris (Scots pine). Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. Besides their phytochemical content, the […]
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