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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
04/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the anti-fungal activity of Croton tricolor essential oil
In this study, researchers from Brazil identified the chemical components of the essential oil obtained from the stems of Croton tricolor and studied their anti-fungal activity against several Candida species. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. For their analysis, the researchers first extracted essential oil from C. tricolor stems through hydrodistillation with a […]
04/06/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Fennel oil found to have antifungal activity against Candida albicans
Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), or vaginal thrush, refers to vaginal and vulval symptoms caused by the yeast Candida albicans. These include vaginal discharge, a burning sensation in the affected parts and an itchy rash on the vulva and surrounding skin. VVC is said to affect 75 percent of women at least once in their lifetime. Many natural treatments […]
04/02/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Pepper-rosmarin essential oil found to effectively treat fungal disease in maize
The fungus Bipolaris maydis is a plant pathogen known for causing Southern corn leaf blight in maize. Southern corn leaf blight causes elongated lesions in corn leaves which can merge to kill large areas of corn leaf tissue. This impairs the ability of corn to perform photosynthesis, leading to increased stalk rots and reduced crop yield. In […]
03/26/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Investigating the anti-fungal effects of fennel oil
In this study, researchers from Fayoum University and Cairo University in Egypt screened the anti-microbial activities of some plant essential oils against isolates of Candida albicans, which causes vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), and investigated the anti-fungal effect of the most active essential oil against planktonic and sessile cells. Their findings were published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine. To screen […]
03/25/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers study how pepper-rosmarin essential oil inhibits the growth and germination of conidia of Bipolaris maydis
In this study, researchers from the Federal University of Tocantins in Brazil evaluated the efficacy of four different essential oils in inhibiting the mycelial growth and the germination of the conidia of Bipolaris maydis. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. Natural plant disease control agents represent a great option with beneficial effects on […]
03/16/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oil from lantana can keep fungi and Alzheimer’s disease at bay
The flowering plant known as Lantana camara or West Indian lantana is a thorny shrub that was once cultivated as an ornamental in subtropical countries. It belongs to the verbena family, whose members are well-known for having a variety of uses in traditional medicine. Although L. camara is now generally considered an invasive weed, it […]
03/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Get healthier gums and improved oral health with Mexican sunflower essential oil
Essential oils are concentrated extracts derived from plants through mechanical pressing or distillation. These natural products not only retain the smell and flavor of their sources, they also contain a unique composition of plant compounds that can provide numerous health benefits. Essential oils have been used for centuries as natural remedies. While they are best known […]
03/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Beyond the spice rack: Experts explore the anti-microbial properties of conehead thyme essential oil
Thymus capitatus, also known as conehead thyme or Spanish oregano, is a plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is commonly used as food, medicine and as a source of raw materials. The most useful parts of conehead thyme are its leaves and essential oil. The latter, in particular, is used not only as a food flavoring, […]
03/10/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Safety and health concerns posed by ingesting turpentine oil
You may or may not have heard of this new “health” fad promoting turpentine oil as a “healing oil” or one of the “best cleansing agents for curing any disease.” While this natural product, when used topically, is a great remedy for rheumatoid and neuralgic disorders, health experts warn about ingesting turpentine oil as it is […]
03/06/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Antibacterial and anti-edematogenic activity of Tithionia diversifolia essential oil
Researchers from the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil investigated the chemical composition and the anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activities of the essential oils derived from the leaves and inflorescences of Tithonia diversifolia. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. T. diversifolia, commonly known as Mexican sunflower, is an invasive shrub found in tropical […]
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