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Nature provides us with many healing agents but these are often pushed to the periphery of public knowledge to ensure big pharma profits. | Nature provides us with many healing agents but these are often pushed to the periphery of public knowledge to ensure big pharma profits. | ||
'''Disclaimer''': [[User:Jukeboksi]] is not a doctor or a scientist, but just a concerned citizen. | |||
'''Why natural therapeutics''': In the Spring of '''2017''' [[User:Jukeboksi|my]] late dad, Mauri Heikkurinen (RIP) fell ill with [[w:Acute myeloid leukemia|Acute myeloid leukemia]] (AML). I had heard on a cursory level that cannabinoids could help with cancer so I started doing a little research on how CBD oil could help my dad's condition. The natural therapeutics article grew out of that. Dad passed away in September 2017, but I am hopeful that the information in the article can help people find relief from natural therapeutics for their condition. | |||
= Alzheimer's = | = Alzheimer's = | ||
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== Antibiotic blackberries == | == Antibiotic blackberries == | ||
[[File:Ripe,_ripening,_and_green_blackberries.jpg|right|thumb|240px|Ripe, ripening and raw [[w:blackberries|blackberries]]]] | [[File:Ripe,_ripening,_and_green_blackberries.jpg|right|thumb|240px|Ripe, ripening and raw [[w:blackberries|blackberries]]]] | ||
'''[[w:Blackberries|Blackberries]]''' kill antibiotic resistant [[w:staphylococcus aureus|staphylococcus aureus]] bacteria<ref name="PubMed2017BlacberriesAntibiotic" | '''[[w:Blackberries|Blackberries]]''' kill antibiotic resistant [[w:staphylococcus aureus|staphylococcus aureus]] bacteria<ref name="PubMed2017BlacberriesAntibiotic"/>. Irish teen awarded prize for discovery.<ref name="blackberries1"/> | ||
== Antibiotic cannabis leaves == | == Antibiotic cannabis leaves == | ||
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'''See also: [[#Cancers and turmeric|Cancers and turmeric]]''' (intra-article link) | '''See also: [[#Cancers and turmeric|Cancers and turmeric]]''' (intra-article link) | ||
=== Chemotherapy and cannabis === | |||
* [https://www.forbes.com/sites/daviddisalvo/2018/07/31/study-cbd-from-marijuana-plus-chemotherapy-triples-cancer-survival-rates-in-mice/#297759934630 'Study: CBD From Marijuana Plus Chemotherapy Tripled Cancer Survival Rates In Mice'], a 2018 news item on Forbes.com | |||
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== Adenocarcinoma == | |||
'''[[w:Adenocarcinoma|Adenocarcinoma]]''' is a type of cancerous tumor that can occur in several parts of the body. (Wikipedia) | |||
''' Links ''' | |||
* [https://www.rxleaf.com/deadly-adenocarcinoma-struck-down-by-flavonoids-in-cannabis/ 'Flavonoids May Be A Cancer-Fighter In Cannabis'], a 2019 article on adenocarcinomas and flavonoids of cannabis at RXLeaf.com | |||
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== Brain cancer == | == Brain cancer == | ||
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{{Q|Gingerol has been investigated [[w:in vitro]] for its effect on cancerous tumors of the bowel,<ref name=""BBCGinger2003"/><ref name="GingerolColonCancer2009"/> breast tissue,<ref name="BreastCancerGingerol2008"/> ovaries,<ref name="OvarianCancerGinger2007"/> and pancreas,<ref name=PancreasCancerGinger2006"/> with positive results.|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] as of 2019-11}} | {{Q|Gingerol has been investigated [[w:in vitro]] for its effect on cancerous tumors of the bowel,<ref name=""BBCGinger2003"/><ref name="GingerolColonCancer2009"/> breast tissue,<ref name="BreastCancerGingerol2008"/> ovaries,<ref name="OvarianCancerGinger2007"/> and pancreas,<ref name=PancreasCancerGinger2006"/> with positive results.|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] as of 2019-11}} | ||
=== Colon cancer and dandelion root === | |||
[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project] at [[w:University of Windsor|University of Windsor]], [[w:Ontario|Ontario]] has studied dandelion root since 2009 and they state on on their website: | |||
{{Q|Since the commencement of this project, we have been able to successfully assess the effect of a simple water extract of dandelion root in various human cancer cell types, in the lab and we have observed its effectiveness against human [[w:Lymphoid_leukemia#T-cell_leukemias|T cell leukemia]], [[w:chronic myelomonocytic leukemia|chronic myelomonocytic leukemia]], [[w:pancreatic cancer|pancreatic]] and [[w:colon cancer|colon cancer]]s, with no toxicity to non-cancer cells. Furthermore, these efficacy studies have been confirmed in animal models (mice) that have been transplanted with human colon cancer cells.<ref name="DandelionRootProject"/>|[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project]|anti-cancer properties of dandelion root water extract}} | |||
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== Langerhans cell sarcoma == | == Langerhans cell sarcoma == | ||
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=== Leukemia and cannabis === | === Leukemia and cannabis === | ||
''' Links about | ''' Links about Lymphoid and Myeloid leukemia and cannabis''' | ||
* [https://bmccancer.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12885-015-2029-8 Dronabinol (synthetic THC) has preferential antileukemic activity in acute lymphoblastic and myeloid leukemia with lymphoid differentiation patterns] | * [https://bmccancer.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12885-015-2029-8 Dronabinol (synthetic THC) has preferential antileukemic activity in acute lymphoblastic and myeloid leukemia with lymphoid differentiation patterns] | ||
* [http://ar.iiarjournals.org/content/33/10/4373.abstract#corresp-1 Enhancing the Activity of Cannabidiol and Other Cannabinoids In Vitro Through Modifications to Drug Combinations and Treatment Schedules], a 2013 study published in the journal Anticancer Research | * [http://ar.iiarjournals.org/content/33/10/4373.abstract#corresp-1 Enhancing the Activity of Cannabidiol and Other Cannabinoids In Vitro Through Modifications to Drug Combinations and Treatment Schedules], a 2013 study published in the journal Anticancer Research | ||
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* https://ocgreenrelief.org/medical-marijuana/cannabis-oil-acute-leukemia-2 | * https://ocgreenrelief.org/medical-marijuana/cannabis-oil-acute-leukemia-2 | ||
* http://truemedmd.com/2014/06/cannabis-oil-acute-leukemia/ | * http://truemedmd.com/2014/06/cannabis-oil-acute-leukemia/ | ||
==== T cell leukemia and dandelion root ==== | |||
[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project] at [[w:University of Windsor|University of Windsor]], [[w:Ontario|Ontario]] has studied dandelion root since 2009 and they state on on their website: | |||
{{Q|Since the commencement of this project, we have been able to successfully assess the effect of a simple water extract of dandelion root in various human cancer cell types, in the lab and we have observed its effectiveness against human [[w:Lymphoid_leukemia#T-cell_leukemias|T cell leukemia]], [[w:chronic myelomonocytic leukemia|chronic myelomonocytic leukemia]], [[w:pancreatic cancer|pancreatic]] and [[w:colon cancer|colon cancer]]s, with no toxicity to non-cancer cells. Furthermore, these efficacy studies have been confirmed in animal models (mice) that have been transplanted with human colon cancer cells.<ref name="DandelionRootProject"/>|[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project]|anti-cancer properties of dandelion root water extract}} | |||
=== Myeloid leukemia and cannabis === | === Myeloid leukemia and cannabis === | ||
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* https://medijane.co.za/disease-index/will-marijuana-cure-cancer/acute-myeloid-leukemia-aml-cannabis/ | * https://medijane.co.za/disease-index/will-marijuana-cure-cancer/acute-myeloid-leukemia-aml-cannabis/ | ||
==== Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia and dandelion root ==== | |||
[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project] at [[w:University of Windsor|University of Windsor]], [[w:Ontario|Ontario]] has studied dandelion root since 2009 and they state on on their website: | |||
{{Q|Since the commencement of this project, we have been able to successfully assess the effect of a simple water extract of dandelion root in various human cancer cell types, in the lab and we have observed its effectiveness against human [[w:Lymphoid_leukemia#T-cell_leukemias|T cell leukemia]], [[w:chronic myelomonocytic leukemia|chronic myelomonocytic leukemia]], [[w:pancreatic cancer|pancreatic]] and [[w:colon cancer|colon cancer]]s, with no toxicity to non-cancer cells. Furthermore, these efficacy studies have been confirmed in animal models (mice) that have been transplanted with human colon cancer cells.<ref name="DandelionRootProject"/>|[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project]|anti-cancer properties of dandelion root water extract}} | |||
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== Liver cancer == | == Liver cancer == | ||
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* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/ovariancancer.htm Extensive compendium of research on ovarian cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | * [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/ovariancancer.htm Extensive compendium of research on ovarian cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | ||
=== Ovarian cancer and frankincense === | === Ovarian cancer and frankincense === | ||
''' Links to articles about frankincense healing '''' | ''' Links to articles about frankincense healing '''' | ||
* [ | * [http://www.universityherald.com/articles/6350/20131220/frankincense-christmas-gift-ovarian-cancer-cells-leicester-university-gum.htm 'Frankincense Effective in Killing Ovarian Cancer Cells, Study' reporting at www.universityherald.com] (2013 news item) and reported again by 2019 popular article [https://www.getholistichealth.com/78078/frankincense-outperform-chemo-killing-ovarian-cancer-cells/ 'Frankincense found to outperform chemo in killing Ovarian Cancer cells' on GetHolisticHealth.com] | ||
=== Ovarian cancer and ginger === | === Ovarian cancer and ginger === | ||
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{{Q|Gingerol has been investigated [[w:in vitro]] for its effect on cancerous tumors of the bowel,<ref name=""BBCGinger2003"/><ref name="GingerolColonCancer2009"/> breast tissue,<ref name="BreastCancerGingerol2008"/> ovaries,<ref name="OvarianCancerGinger2007"/> and pancreas,<ref name=PancreasCancerGinger2006"/> with positive results.|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] as of 2019-11}} | {{Q|Gingerol has been investigated [[w:in vitro]] for its effect on cancerous tumors of the bowel,<ref name=""BBCGinger2003"/><ref name="GingerolColonCancer2009"/> breast tissue,<ref name="BreastCancerGingerol2008"/> ovaries,<ref name="OvarianCancerGinger2007"/> and pancreas,<ref name=PancreasCancerGinger2006"/> with positive results.|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] as of 2019-11}} | ||
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== Pancreatic cancer == | == Pancreatic cancer == | ||
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=== Pancreatic cancer and ginger === | === Pancreatic cancer and ginger === | ||
{{Q|Gingerol has been investigated [[w:in vitro]] for its effect on cancerous tumors of the bowel,<ref name=""BBCGinger2003"/><ref name="GingerolColonCancer2009"/> breast tissue,<ref name="BreastCancerGingerol2008"/> ovaries,<ref name="OvarianCancerGinger2007"/> and pancreas,<ref name=PancreasCancerGinger2006"/> with positive results.|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] as of 2019-11}} | {{Q|Gingerol has been investigated [[w:in vitro]] for its effect on cancerous tumors of the bowel,<ref name=""BBCGinger2003"/><ref name="GingerolColonCancer2009"/> breast tissue,<ref name="BreastCancerGingerol2008"/> ovaries,<ref name="OvarianCancerGinger2007"/> and pancreas,<ref name=PancreasCancerGinger2006"/> with positive results.|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] as of 2019-11}} | ||
=== Pancreatic cancer and dandelion root === | |||
[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project] at [[w:University of Windsor|University of Windsor]], [[w:Ontario|Ontario]] has studied dandelion root since 2009 and they state on on their website: | |||
{{Q|Since the commencement of this project, we have been able to successfully assess the effect of a simple water extract of dandelion root in various human cancer cell types, in the lab and we have observed its effectiveness against human [[w:Lymphoid_leukemia#T-cell_leukemias|T cell leukemia]], [[w:chronic myelomonocytic leukemia|chronic myelomonocytic leukemia]], [[w:pancreatic cancer|pancreatic]] and [[w:colon cancer|colon cancer]]s, with no toxicity to non-cancer cells. Furthermore, these efficacy studies have been confirmed in animal models (mice) that have been transplanted with human colon cancer cells.<ref name="DandelionRootProject"/>|[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project]|anti-cancer properties of dandelion root water extract}} | |||
''' Studies about pancreatic cancer and dandelion root ''' | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22647733 'Selective induction of apoptosis and autophagy through treatment with dandelion root extract in human pancreatic cancer cells.'], a 2010 study | |||
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== Prostate cancer == | == Prostate cancer == | ||
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* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancerprostate.htm Extensive compendium of research on prostate cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | * [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancerprostate.htm Extensive compendium of research on prostate cancer and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | ||
* https://cannabishealthradio.com/blog/2017/09/18/episode-217-his-incurable-prostate-cancer-has-been-cleared-with-the-use-of-cannabis-oil/ | * https://cannabishealthradio.com/blog/2017/09/18/episode-217-his-incurable-prostate-cancer-has-been-cleared-with-the-use-of-cannabis-oil/ | ||
=== Prostate cancer and dandelion root === | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18425335 'Evaluation of aqueous extracts of Taraxacum officinale on growth and invasion of breast and prostate cancer cells'], a 2008 study | |||
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== Skin cancer == | == Skin cancer == | ||
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== Melanoma == | == Melanoma == | ||
=== Melanoma and cannabis === | |||
* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancermelanoma.htm Extensive compendium of research on melanoma and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | * [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/cancermelanoma.htm Extensive compendium of research on melanoma and cannabis at calgarycmmc.com] | ||
* https://herb.co/learn/skin-cancer/ | * https://herb.co/learn/skin-cancer/ | ||
=== Melanoma and dandelion root === | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21234313 'The efficacy of dandelion root extract in inducing apoptosis in drug-resistant human melanoma cells.'], a 2010 study | |||
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= Common cough = | = Common cough = | ||
== Common cough and pineapple == | == Common cough and pineapple == | ||
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''' Studies about epilepsies and cannabis''' | ''' Studies about epilepsies and cannabis''' | ||
* [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnint.2018.00051/full#h3 'Cannabis Therapeutics and the Future of Neurology: Cannabis and Epilepsy], a 2018 article | * [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnint.2018.00051/full#h3 'Cannabis Therapeutics and the Future of Neurology: Cannabis and Epilepsy], a 2018 article | ||
* [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1525505019308625 'Efficacy and adverse event profile of cannabidiol and medicinal cannabis for treatment-resistant epilepsy:'], a 2020 systematic review and meta-analysis<ref group="first seen in">https://www.facebook.com/groups/cbd.thc/</ref> | |||
''' Links about epilepsies and cannabis ''' | ''' Links about epilepsies and cannabis ''' | ||
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* [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2018.00420/full 'Emerging Role of (Endo)Cannabinoids in Migraine'], a 2018 mini-review, where they summarize recent discoveries and present new hypotheses on the role of cannabinoids in controlling trigeminal nociceptive system underlying migraine pain. | * [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2018.00420/full 'Emerging Role of (Endo)Cannabinoids in Migraine'], a 2018 mini-review, where they summarize recent discoveries and present new hypotheses on the role of cannabinoids in controlling trigeminal nociceptive system underlying migraine pain. | ||
* [https://www.jpain.org/article/S1526-5900(19)30848-X/fulltext 'Short- and Long-Term Effects of Cannabis on Headache and Migraine'], a 2019 open access article published in [[w:The Journal of Pain|The Journal of Pain]] of the [[w:American Pain Society|American Pain Society]] placed under [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ CC BY-NC-ND 4.0] | * [https://www.jpain.org/article/S1526-5900(19)30848-X/fulltext 'Short- and Long-Term Effects of Cannabis on Headache and Migraine'], a 2019 open access article published in [[w:The Journal of Pain|The Journal of Pain]] of the [[w:American Pain Society|American Pain Society]] placed under [https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ CC BY-NC-ND 4.0] | ||
* [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/289970526_Effects_of_Medical_Marijuana_on_Migraine_Headache_Frequency_in_an_Adult_Population 'Effects of Medical Marijuana on Migraine Headache Frequency in an Adult Population'], a 2016 study published in [[w:Pharmacotherapy (journal)|Pharmacotherapy]] | |||
''' Compediums about migraines and cannabis ''' | ''' Compediums about migraines and cannabis ''' | ||
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* [http://migrainebuds.com/research-articles-on-cannabis-and-migraines/ Abstracts of studies on migraines and medical cannabis at migrainebuds.com] | * [http://migrainebuds.com/research-articles-on-cannabis-and-migraines/ Abstracts of studies on migraines and medical cannabis at migrainebuds.com] | ||
* https://www.rxleaf.com/migraine-relief | * https://www.rxleaf.com/migraine-relief | ||
* [https://www.forbes.com/sites/daviddisalvo/2017/06/29/marijuana-treats-migraine-pain-better-than-prescription-medication-study-finds/ 'Marijuana Treats Migraine Pain Better Than Prescription Medication, Study Finds'], a 2017 news item on Forbes.com | |||
= Pain = | = Pain = | ||
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* [https://www.rxleaf.com/endocannabinoids-treat-ptsd/ 'PTSD Linked to Pre-Existing Endocannabinoid Deficiency'], a 2019 article at RXLeaf.com | * [https://www.rxleaf.com/endocannabinoids-treat-ptsd/ 'PTSD Linked to Pre-Existing Endocannabinoid Deficiency'], a 2019 article at RXLeaf.com | ||
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= SARS and cannabis = | |||
* [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/339746853_Cannabis_Indica_speeds_up_Recovery_from_Coronavirus 'Cannabis Indica speeds up Recovery from Coronavirus'], a 2020 study | |||
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= Garden = | = Garden = | ||
== Blackberries == | |||
[[File:Ripe,_ripening,_and_green_blackberries.jpg|right|thumb|240px|Ripe, ripening and raw [[w:blackberries|blackberries]]]] | |||
'''[[w:Blackberries|Blackberries]]''' kill antibiotic resistant [[w:staphylococcus aureus|staphylococcus aureus]] bacteria<ref name="PubMed2017BlacberriesAntibiotic">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28270804</ref>. Irish teen awarded prize for discovery.<ref name="blackberries1> https://www.hygiene-in-practice.com/publication/student-discovers-blackberry-antibiotic-for-multi-resistant-pathogens/</ref> | |||
''' | '''Uses''' | ||
# [[#Antibiotic blackberries|Antibiotic]] | |||
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== | == Boswellia genus - Frankincense == | ||
[[File:Fiori-Boswellia.jpg|thumb|left|200px|A flowering [[w:Boswellia sacra|Boswellia sacra]] tree]] | |||
'''[[w:Boswellia|Boswellia]]''' is a [[w:genus|genus]] of [[w:tree|tree]]s in the [[w:order (biology)|order]] [[w:Sapindales|Sapindales]], known for their fragrant [[w:resin|resin]]. The biblical incense '''[[w:frankincense]]''' was an extract from the resin of the tree ''[[w:Boswellia sacra|Boswellia sacra]]'', and is now produced also from ''[[w:Boswellia frereana|B. frereana]]''. (Wikipedia) | |||
In vitro studies have found boswellia sacra essential oil to induce [[w:apoptosis]] and to suppress tumor agressiveness in [[#Breast cancer]]<ref name="BoswelliaBreastCancer2011">https://bmccomplementalternmed.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1472-6882-11-129 'Boswellia sacra essential oil induces tumor cell-specific apoptosis and suppresses tumor aggressiveness in cultured human breast cancer cells'], a 2011 in vitro study</ref> | |||
''' Medical professional testifies to frankincense oil killing cancer ''' | |||
''' Links to articles about frankincense healing '''' | |||
* [https://www.getholistichealth.com/78078/frankincense-outperform-chemo-killing-ovarian-cancer-cells/ 'Frankincense found to outperform chemo in killing Ovarian Cancer cells'] 2019 popular article on GetHolisticHealth.com | |||
* [http://www.emeraldpharms.com/medicinal-plants/holy-smoke-frankincense-and-cannabis-as-medicinal-incense 'Holy Smoke: Frankincense and Cannabis as Medicinal Incense'], an review article at EmeraldPharms.com | |||
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== | == Cannabis == | ||
[[File:Marijuana.jpg|thumb|left|240px|Rare 11-leafer [[w:Cannabis sativa|Cannabis sativa]]]] | |||
[[File:Cannabis sativa 001.JPG|thumb|right|360px|Male [[w:Cannabis sativa|Cannabis sativa]] plants in late flowering stages.]] | |||
Cannabis can be applied to treat a wide assortment of illnesses. In this case it is called [[w:medical cannabis|medical cannabis]]. | |||
'''Cannabis''' is the oldest and most versatile medicine known to humankind. | |||
'''[[w: | '''[[w:Cannabis sativa|Cannabis sativa]]''' and '''[[w:Cannabis indica|Cannabis indica]]''' are the main cannabis variants though most strains are mixes of these. A third cannabis line is the '''[[w:Cannabis ruderalis|Cannabis ruderalis]]''', a rugged northern cannabis that has adapted to flower even under northern long summer days. | ||
=== Cannabis therapeutics === | |||
Some sources report cannabis useful against | |||
- | # [[#Alzheimer's and cannabis]] - very strong evidence from in vivo studies | ||
# [[#Autoimmune diseases and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Rheumatoid arthritis and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Lupus and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Coeliac disease and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Psoriasis and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Antibiotic cannabis leaves]] | |||
# [[#Asthma and cannabis]] - bronchodialator | |||
# [[#Autism and cannabis]] - many miracle stories | |||
# [[#Cancers and cannabis]] - strong evidence of anti-cancer properties | |||
## [[#Brain cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Breast cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Cervical cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Colon cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Langerhans cell sarcoma and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Leukemia and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Lymphoid leukemia and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Myeloid leukemia and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Liver cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Lung cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Lymphoma and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Oral cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Ovarian cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Pancreatic cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Prostate cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Skin cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Melanoma and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Testicular cancer and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Thyroid cancer and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Crohn's disease and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Epilepsy and cannabis]] - very promising results | |||
# [[#Dravet syndrome and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Dermatological conditions and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Migraines and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Pain and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Parkinson's disease and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Non-somatic issues with cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Depression and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Psychosis and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#PTSD and cannabis]] | |||
# Scleroses | |||
## [[#Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and cannabis]] | |||
## [[#Multiple sclerosis (MS) and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#SARS and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Seizures and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Strokes and cannabis]] | |||
# [[#Traumatic brain injury and cannabis]] | |||
Due to the inbuilt default to always take the safe route and also to backup the back of your fellow MD colleague the Wikipedia does not yield the right infos on how useful and versatile a medication cannabis is. | |||
Research has been held back by arcane laws even as cannabis is the oldest medicine known to man and it should be gladly appreciated and not outlawed because of big pharma interests. | |||
==== Medical cannabis research and information organizations ==== | |||
* [https://www.cannabis-med.org/ International Association for Cannabinoid Medicines] is also available in German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian | |||
* [http://www.ccic.net/ The Canadian Consortium for the Investigation of Cannabinoids] is a Canadian non-profit organization | |||
* [https://www.cmcr.ucsd.edu/ The Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research] at the [[w:University of California, San Diego|University of California]] | |||
* [https://www.medicinalcannabis.nsw.gov.au/ Centre for Medicinal Cannabis Research and Innovation] by the govt of [[w:New South Wales|New South Wales]] | |||
==== External links about cannabis as medicine ==== | |||
* http://www.calgarycmmc.com/ a large compendium on medical cannabis sorted alphabetically by ailment. | |||
* http://www.cannabisconnections.tk/2018/03/700-medicinal-uses-of-cannabis-sorted.html | |||
* http://expand-your-consciousness.com/100-scientific-studies-agree-cannabis-annihilates-cancer/ about 100 nih.gov studies linked some cases briefly described. | |||
* https://healer.com/ - a website by Dr. Dustin Sulak D.O. - a renowned integrative medicine physician based in Maine, whose practice balances the principles of osteopathy, mind-body medicine and medical cannabis. | |||
* [https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/medical-marijuana-2018011513085 Harvard Health Blog article on medical cannabis] is naturally very reserved about not raising too much hopes | |||
* [https://www.learngreenflower.com/articles/574/medical-uses-of-cannabis 71 medical uses of cannabis compiled by LearnGreenFlower.com] | |||
* http://medicalcannabisreport.com/700-medicinal-uses-of-cannabis-sorted-by-disease/ (.pdf from 2012 downloadable from the linked page) | |||
* https://www.rxleaf.com/clinical-research-into-cannabis-for-cancer-has-never-been-better/ | |||
==== Literature about cannabis as a medicine ==== | |||
* [https://bpspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/14765381/2011/163/7 BPJ Volume 163, Issue 7 - 'Special Issue:Cannabinoids in Biology and Medicine, Part I.'] a 2011 special issue of [[w:British Journal of Pharmacology]]. | |||
* [https://bpspubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/14765381/176/10 'Special Issue: Themed Section 8th European Workshop on Cannabinoid Research'], Volume 176, Issue 10 of the British Journal of Pharmacology. | |||
* [https://www.nap.edu/read/9586/chapter/1 MARIJUANA AS MEDICINE? - The Science Beyond the Controversy (full book online)], a somewhat skeptical and reserved book published in 2000 that you can read online from The National Academies Press. | |||
* [http://rxmarijuana.com/excerpts.htm MARIHUANA: THE FORBIDDEN MEDICINE (excerpts from the book online)], a 1997 book by Lester Grinspoon, M.D and James Bakalar, J.D | |||
* [https://www.intechopen.com/books/recent-advances-in-cannabinoid-research 'Recent Advances in Cannabinoid Research'], a 2019 open access peer-reviewed edited volume (available online and in hard copy) | |||
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==== Anecdotal testimonies about medical cannabis ==== | |||
* [https://www.calgarycmmc.com/anecdotal.htm Anecdotal testimonies on medical cannabis at calgarymmc.com] | |||
* [http://rxmarijuana.com/comments_and_observations.htm Anecdotal testimonies on medical cannabis at rxmarijuana.com] | |||
=== The endocannabinoid system === | === The endocannabinoid system === | ||
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* [https://norml.org/library/item/introduction-to-the-endocannabinoid-system 'Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System'] at [[w:National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws|NORML]] (.org) | * [https://norml.org/library/item/introduction-to-the-endocannabinoid-system 'Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System'] at [[w:National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws|NORML]] (.org) | ||
* [https://www.medicinalgenomics.com/endocannabinoid-basics/ 'Endocannabinoid Basics' at MedicinalGenomics.com] | * [https://www.medicinalgenomics.com/endocannabinoid-basics/ 'Endocannabinoid Basics' at MedicinalGenomics.com] | ||
* [https://hempedification.wordpress.com/2016/08/06/how-and-why-your-brain-makes-its-own-cannabinoids/ 'How and Why Your Brain Makes its Own Cannabinoids'], a 2016 article by Hemp Edification blog | |||
* [https://hempedification.wordpress.com/2017/08/05/endocannabinoids-beyond-the-brain/ Endocannabinoids – Beyond the Brain] is a good 2017 article on the Hemp Edification blog] adapted from [https://www.the-scientist.com/features/your-body-is-teeming-with-weed-receptors-31233 Your Body Is Teeming with Weed Receptors, a 2017 article on the website the-scientist.com] and [https://www.the-scientist.com/multimedia/endocannabinoids-in-the-groove-31240 Endocannabinoids in the Groove, a 2017 article on the website the-scientist.com] | * [https://hempedification.wordpress.com/2017/08/05/endocannabinoids-beyond-the-brain/ Endocannabinoids – Beyond the Brain] is a good 2017 article on the Hemp Edification blog] adapted from [https://www.the-scientist.com/features/your-body-is-teeming-with-weed-receptors-31233 Your Body Is Teeming with Weed Receptors, a 2017 article on the website the-scientist.com] and [https://www.the-scientist.com/multimedia/endocannabinoids-in-the-groove-31240 Endocannabinoids in the Groove, a 2017 article on the website the-scientist.com] | ||
* http://profofpot.com/endocannabinoid-receptors/ | * http://profofpot.com/endocannabinoid-receptors/ | ||
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=== Cannflavins === | === Cannflavins === | ||
'''[[w:Cannflavin|Cannaflavins]]''' '''A''' and '''B''' are very potent anti-inflammatory agents and thus help lessen the pain sensation originating from inflammation. | '''[[w:Cannflavin|Cannaflavins]]''' '''A''' and '''B''' are very potent anti-inflammatory agents and thus help lessen the pain sensation originating from inflammation. | ||
''' Scientific articles about cannflavins ''' | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31151063 'Biosynthesis of cannflavins A and B from Cannabis sativa L.'], published in 2019 in [[w:Phytochemistry (journal)|Phytochemistry]] found results that imply the following reaction sequence for cannflavins A and B biosynthesis: [[w:luteolin|luteolin]] ► [[w:chrysoeriol|chrysoeriol]] ► cannflavin A and cannflavin B. | |||
''' Links about cannflavins ''' | ''' Links about cannflavins ''' | ||
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== Terpenes in cannabis == | === Terpenes in cannabis === | ||
'''Terpenes''' are a large and diverse [[w:Organic chemistry#Classification of organic compounds|class]] of [[w:organic compound|organic compound]]s, produced by a variety of [[w:plant|plant]]s, particularly [[w:Pinophyta|conifers]], and by some [[w:insect]]s.<ref name=book>{{cite book|title=Terpenes: Flavors, Fragrances, Pharmaca, Pheromones|author=Eberhard Breitmaier|year= 2006|isbn=9783527609949 |doi=10.1002/9783527609949|publisher=Wiley-VCH}}</ref> | '''Terpenes''' are a large and diverse [[w:Organic chemistry#Classification of organic compounds|class]] of [[w:organic compound|organic compound]]s, produced by a variety of [[w:plant|plant]]s, particularly [[w:Pinophyta|conifers]], and by some [[w:insect]]s.<ref name=book>{{cite book|title=Terpenes: Flavors, Fragrances, Pharmaca, Pheromones|author=Eberhard Breitmaier|year= 2006|isbn=9783527609949 |doi=10.1002/9783527609949|publisher=Wiley-VCH}}</ref> | ||
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* https://livelovefruit.com/8-non-marijuana-plants-contain-cannabinoids/ | * https://livelovefruit.com/8-non-marijuana-plants-contain-cannabinoids/ | ||
* https://www.marijuana.com/news/2017/05/9-plants-that-contain-therapeutic-cannabinoids/ | * https://www.marijuana.com/news/2017/05/9-plants-that-contain-therapeutic-cannabinoids/ | ||
== Administering cannabis == | == Administering cannabis == | ||
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* https://canna-lance.com/2018/08/27/did-you-know-you-could-consume-cannabis-like-this/ | * https://canna-lance.com/2018/08/27/did-you-know-you-could-consume-cannabis-like-this/ | ||
* https://www.portlandmercury.com/blogtown/2019/07/17/26809203/a-new-way-to-consume-cannabis-through-your-belly-button | * https://www.portlandmercury.com/blogtown/2019/07/17/26809203/a-new-way-to-consume-cannabis-through-your-belly-button | ||
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== Dandelion == | |||
[[File:DandelionFlower.jpg|thumb|right|200px|A dandelion flower]] | |||
'''[[w:Taraxacum|Dandelion]]''' root concentrates found effective against several cancers. | |||
[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project] at [[w:University of Windsor|University of Windsor]], [[w:Ontario|Ontario]] has studied dandelion root since 2009 and they state on on their website: | |||
{{Q|Since the commencement of this project, we have been able to successfully assess the effect of a simple water extract of dandelion root in various human cancer cell types, in the lab and we have observed its effectiveness against human [[w:Lymphoid_leukemia#T-cell_leukemias|T cell leukemia]], [[w:chronic myelomonocytic leukemia|chronic myelomonocytic leukemia]], [[w:pancreatic cancer|pancreatic]] and [[w:colon cancer|colon cancer]]s, with no toxicity to non-cancer cells. Furthermore, these efficacy studies have been confirmed in animal models (mice) that have been transplanted with human colon cancer cells.<ref name="DandelionRootProject">http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/</ref>|[http://www.uwindsor.ca/dandelionrootproject/ The Dandelion Root Project]|anti-cancer properties of dandelion root water extract}} | |||
* [[#T cell leukemia and dandelion root]] | |||
* [[#Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia and dandelion root]] | |||
* [[#Pancreatic cancer and dandelion root]] | |||
* [[#Colon cancer and dandelion root]] | |||
''' Scientific studies about dandelion root and cancers ''' | |||
* [[#Prostate cancer and dandelion root]] [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18425335 'Evaluation of aqueous extracts of Taraxacum officinale on growth and invasion of breast and prostate cancer cells'], a 2008 study | |||
* [[#Melanoma and dandelion root]] [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21234313 'The efficacy of dandelion root extract in inducing apoptosis in drug-resistant human melanoma cells.'], a 2010 study | |||
* [[#Pancreatic cancer and dandelion root]][https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22647733 'Selective induction of apoptosis and autophagy through treatment with dandelion root extract in human pancreatic cancer cells.'], a 2010 study | |||
''' Summary of known dandelion health benefits ''' | |||
* https://livelovefruit.com/health-benefits-of-dandelion/ | |||
''' Links about dandelion and cancers ''' | |||
* [https://www.getholistichealth.com/79015/dandelion-root-kill-melanoma-leukemia/ Dandelion root ‘found to kill’ chemo-resistant melanoma and leukemia] a 2019 article at GetHolisticHealth.com chemo-resistant melanoma and leukemia.<ref name="GetHolisticHealthDandelion2019">https://www.getholistichealth.com/79015/dandelion-root-kill-melanoma-leukemia/</ref> | |||
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# [[# | == Elderberries == | ||
# [[# | [[File:Sambucus-berries.jpg|thumb|right|240px|Elderberries]] | ||
# [[# | '''Elderberries''' (or Elder) belong to the genus '''[[w:Sambucus]]''' and may be useful for various kinds of flu. | ||
... | |||
'''Uses''' | |||
# [[#Common cough and elderberries]] | |||
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== Ginger == | |||
[[File:Ginger Plant vs.jpg|thumb|left|260px|[[w:Ginger|Ginger]] plant]] | |||
'''[[w:Ginger|Ginger]]''' (''Zingiber officinale'') is a [[w:flowering plant|flowering plant]] whose [[w:rhizome|rhizome]], '''ginger root''' or ginger, is widely used as a [[w:spice|spice]] and a [[w:folk medicine|folk medicine]].<ref name=WikipediaGinger2019-11">https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ginger&oldid=925126238</ref> | |||
Ginger is in the [[w:family (taxonomy)|family]] [[w:Zingiberaceae|Zingiberaceae]], which also includes [[w:turmeric|turmeric]] (''Curcuma longa''), [[w:cardamom|cardamom]] (''Elettaria cardamomum''), and [[w:galangal|galangal]].<ref name=WikipediaGinger2019-11"/> | |||
{{Q|Gingerol has been investigated [[w:in vitro]] for its effect on cancerous tumors of the bowel,<ref name=""BBCGinger2003"> | |||
{{cite news | |||
|url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/3221547.stm | |||
|date=October 29, 2003 | |||
|title=Ginger 'could halt bowel cancer' | |||
|publisher=[[w:BBC News]] | |||
}}</ref><ref name="GingerolColonCancer2009"> | |||
{{cite journal | |||
|last1=Jeong | |||
|first1=C.-H. | |||
|last2=Bode | |||
|first2=A. M. | |||
|last3=Pugliese | |||
|first3=A. | |||
|last4=Cho | |||
|first4=Y.-Y. | |||
|last5=Kim | |||
|first5=H.-G. | |||
|last6=Shim | |||
|first6=J.-H. | |||
|last7=Jeon | |||
|first7=Y.-J. | |||
|last8=Li | |||
|first8=H. | |||
|last9=Jiang | |||
|first9=H. | |||
|last10=Dong | |||
|first10=Z. | |||
|title=[6]-Gingerol Suppresses Colon Cancer Growth by Targeting Leukotriene A4 Hydrolase | |||
|journal=Cancer Research | |||
|volume=69 | |||
|issue=13 | |||
|pages=5584–91 | |||
|year=2009 | |||
|pmid=19531649 | |||
|doi=10.1158/0008-5472.CAN-09-0491|display-authors=8 | |||
}}</ref> breast tissue,<ref name="BreastCancerGingerol2008"> | |||
{{cite journal | |||
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|last3=Kang | |||
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|last4=Kim | |||
|first4=W | |||
|title=[6]-Gingerol inhibits metastasis of MDA-MB-231 human breast cancer cells | |||
|journal=The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry | |||
|volume=19 | |||
|issue=5 | |||
|pages=313–9 | |||
|year=2008 | |||
|pmid=17683926 | |||
|doi=10.1016/j.jnutbio.2007.05.008 | |||
}}</ref> ovaries,<ref name="OvarianCancerGinger2007"> | |||
{{cite journal | |||
|last1=Rhode | |||
|first1=Jennifer | |||
|last2=Fogoros | |||
|first2=Sarah | |||
|last3=Zick | |||
|first3=Suzanna | |||
|last4=Wahl | |||
|first4=Heather | |||
|last5=Griffith | |||
|first5=Kent A | |||
|last6=Huang | |||
|first6=Jennifer | |||
|last7=Liu | |||
|first7=J Rebecca | |||
|title=Ginger inhibits cell growth and modulates angiogenic factors in ovarian cancer cells | |||
|journal=BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine | |||
|volume=7 | |||
|pages=44 | |||
|year=2007 | |||
|pmid=18096028 | |||
|pmc=2241638 | |||
|doi=10.1186/1472-6882-7-44 | |||
}}</ref> and pancreas,<ref name=PancreasCancerGinger2006"> | |||
{{cite journal | |||
|last1=Park | |||
|first1=Yon Jung | |||
|last2=Wen | |||
|first2=Jing | |||
|last3=Bang | |||
|first3=Seungmin | |||
|last4=Park | |||
|first4=Seung Woo | |||
|last5=Song | |||
|first5=Si Young | |||
|title=[6]-Gingerol Induces Cell Cycle Arrest and Cell Death of Mutant p53-expressing Pancreatic Cancer Cells | |||
|journal=Yonsei Medical Journal | |||
|volume=47 | |||
|issue=5 | |||
|pages=688–97 | |||
|year=2006 | |||
|pmid=17066513 | |||
|pmc=2687755 | |||
|doi=10.3349/ymj.2006.47.5.688 | |||
}}</ref> with positive results.|Wikipedia|[[w:Gingerol|Gingerol]] as of 2019-11}} | |||
''' Links about ginger ''' | |||
* [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/284103333_Comparison_of_different_drying_methods_on_Chinese_ginger_Zingiberofficinale_Roscoe_Changes_in_volatiles_chemical_profile_antioxidant_properties_and_microstructure 'Comparison of different drying methods on Chinese ginger (Zingiberofficinale Roscoe): Changes in volatiles, chemical profile, antioxidant properties, and microstructure'], a 2015 study | |||
* [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/328491516_6-gingerol_content_of_ginger_Zingiber_officinale_Roscoe_by_different_drying_metthods '6-gingerol content of ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) by different drying methods'], a 2018 study presented at the 2018 International Congress on Botanical research in Tropical Asia | |||
=== Chemistry of ginger === | |||
The characteristic fragrance and flavor of ginger result from [[w:volatility (chemistry)|volatile]] [[w:essential oil|oils]] that compose 1-3% of the weight of fresh ginger, primarily consisting of [[w:zingerone|zingerone]], [[w:shogao|l]]s, and [[w:gingerol|gingerol]]s with [6]-gingerol (1-[4'-hydroxy-3'-methoxyphenyl]-5-hydroxy-3-decanone) as the major pungent compound.<ref name="an">{{cite journal|displayauthors=3|vauthors=An K, Zhao D, Wang Z, Wu J, Xu Y, Xiao G|year=2016|title=Comparison of different drying methods on Chinese ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe): Changes in volatiles, chemical profile, antioxidant properties, and microstructure|url=|journal=[[Food Chemistry (journal)|Food Chem.]]|volume=197|issue=Part B|pages=1292–300|doi=10.1016/j.foodchem.2015.11.033|pmid=26675871|via=}}</ref> Zingerone is produced from gingerols during drying, having lower pungency and a spicy-sweet aroma.<ref name=an/> Shagoals are more pungent and have higher antioxidant activity but not found in raw ginger, but is formed from gingerols during heating, storage or via acidity.<ref name=an/><ref name="WikipediaGinger-Chemistry-2019-11">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ginger#Chemistry</ref> | |||
Fresh ginger also contains an enzyme [[w:zingibain|zingibain]] which is a [[w:cysteine protease|cysteine protease]] and has similar properties to [[w:rennet|rennet]].<ref name="WikipediaGinger-Chemistry-2019-11"/> | |||
[[File:Gingembre.jpg|thumb|right|260px|Ginger [[w:rhizome|rhizome]] (root)]] | |||
[https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-benefits-of-ginger 11 health benefits of ginger at healthline.com (with sources)] | |||
# [[w:Ginger|Ginger]] contains [[w:Gingerol]], a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.<ref name="healthline-ginger2017">https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-proven-benefits-of-ginger</ref> | |||
# Ginger can treat many forms of nausea, especially morning sickness and chemo-induced nausea<ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger may reduce muscle pain and soreness <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger can help with [[w:osteoarthritis]] <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger may lower blood sugars <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger can help treat chronic indigestion <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger powder may significantly reduce menstrual pain <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger may lower cholesterol levels <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger contains gingerol, which may help to prevent cancers <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Ginger may improve brain functioning and protect against Alzheimer's disease <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
# Gingerol can help lower risk of infections <ref name="healthline-ginger2017"/> | |||
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== Pineapple == | |||
[[File:Nanas subang.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Pineapple is effective cough medicine due to its [[w:Bromelain|Bromelain]] content.]] | |||
[[w:Pineapple|Pineapple]] fruit and it's stem contain [[w:Bromelain|Bromelain]], an enzyme with anti-cough properties. | |||
In vitro and in vivo studies demonstrate that bromelain exhibits various [[w:Fibrinolysis|fibrinolytic]], [[w:Edema|antiedematous]], [[w:Thrombosis|antithrombotic]], and [[w:anti-inflammatory|anti-inflammatory]] activities.<ref name="Bromelain1">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3529416/</ref> Bromelain accounts for many therapeutic benefits like the treatment of [[w:angina pectoris|angina pectoris]], [[w:bronchitis|bronchitis]], [[w:sinusitis|sinusitis]], surgical trauma, and [[w:thrombophlebitis|thrombophlebitis]], [[w:debridement|debridement]] of wounds, and enhanced [[w:Absorption (pharmacology)|absorption of drugs]], particularly [[w:antibiotics|antibiotics]].<ref name="Bromelain1"/> | |||
''' Uses ''' | |||
# [[#Common cough and pineapple]] | |||
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== Polyphenols == | |||
{{Q|'''[[w:Polyphenols|Polyphenols]]''' also known as '''polyhydroxyphenols''') are a structural class of mainly [[w:Natural product|natural]], but also [[w:Synthetic compound|synthetic]] or [[w:Semisynthesis|semisynthetic]], [[w:organic chemical|organic chemical]]s.|Wikipedia|[[w:polyphenols|polyphenols]]}} | |||
More than 8,000 types of polyphenols have been identified. They can be further categorized into 4 main groups<ref name="HealthLinePolyphenols">https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/polyphenols</ref> | |||
# '''[[w:Flavonoid|Flavonoid]]s''' (or '''bioflavonoids''') (from the Latin word ''flavus'', meaning yellow, their color in nature) are a class of [[w:plant|plant]] and [[w:fungus|fungus]] [[w:secondary metabolite|secondary metabolite]]s. (Wikipedia). These account for around 60% of all polyphenols. Examples include quercetin, kaempferol, catechins, and anthocyanins, which are found in foods like apples, onions, dark chocolate, and red cabbage.<ref name="HealthLinePolyphenols"/> | |||
# '''[[w:Phenolic acid|Phenolic acid]]s''' or '''phenolcarboxylic acids''' are types of [[w:aromatic acid|aromatic acid]] compound (Wikipedia). This group accounts for around 30% of all polyphenols. Examples include stilbenes and lignans, which are mostly found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and seeds.<ref name="HealthLinePolyphenols"/> | |||
# '''Polyphenolic [[w:amide|amide]]s'''. This category includes capsaicinoids in chili peppers and avenanthramides in oats.<ref name="HealthLinePolyphenols"/> | |||
# '''Other polyphenols'''. This group includes resveratrol in red wine, ellagic acid in berries, curcumin in turmeric, and lignans in flax seeds, sesame seeds, and whole grains.<ref name="HealthLinePolyphenols"/> | |||
''' Scientific articles ''' | |||
* [https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/food-science/polyphenol Compendium of scientific studies about polyphenols at ScienceDirect.com] | |||
* [https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2018.00087/full 'The Role of Polyphenols in Human Health and Food Systems: A Mini-Review'] , a mini-review article published in [[w:Frontiers Media]]'s Frontiers in Nutrition in 2018-11 | |||
''' In Wikipedia ''' | |||
* [[w:Health effects of phenols and polyphenols|Health effects of phenols and polyphenols]] | |||
''' Links ''' | |||
* [https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/polyphenols HealthLine.com on polyphenols] | |||
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== Spirulina == | |||
[[File:Spira400xwetcr.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Spirulina powder at 400X, wet mount.]] | |||
'''[[w:Spirulina (dietary supplement)|Spirulina]]''' is a [[w:biomass|biomass]] of [[w:cyanobacteri|a]] (blue-green algae) that can be consumed by humans and other animals. The two species are ''[[w:Arthrospira| Arthrospira platensis]]'' and ''A. maxima''. ( Wikipedia ) | |||
Spirulina is extremely high in protein, contains an almost perfect balance of Omega-3 to Omega-6, and is rich in the following minerals: iron, copper, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, selenium and zinc. It also contains high levels of vitamin A, C, E, K, B6, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin and thiamin. <ref name="LiveLoveFruitSpirulina">https://livelovefruit.com/top-spirulina-benefits/</ref> | |||
Spirulina has been found to help against <ref name="LiveLoveFruitSpirulina"/> | |||
* [[w:HIV/AIDS|HIV/AIDS]] | |||
* Beneficial for [[w:Type 2 Diabetes|Type 2 Diabetes]] by regulating [[w:blood sugar levels|blood sugar levels]] and helping with [[w:blood lipids]] composition | |||
* [[w:Candida (fungus)|Candida]] | |||
* Cancers because of its high C-[[w:phycocyanin|phycocyanin]], a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substance and anti-cancer properties | |||
* Binding to [[w:heavy metals]] and therefore aiding in their removal | |||
* Heart disease | |||
* [[w:Allergy|Allergies]] | |||
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== Stevia == | |||
[[File:Stevia plant.jpg|thumb|left|upright|''[[w:Stevia rebaudiana|Stevia rebaudiana]]'']] | |||
'''[[W:Stevia|Stevia]]''' is a sweetener and sugar substitute extracted from the leaves of the plant species [[w:Stevia rebaudiana|Stevia rebaudiana]], native to Brazil and Paraguay. | |||
''' Medical uses of stevia ''' | |||
# [[#Lyme disease and stevia|Stevia kills lyme disease]] | |||
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== Tea == | |||
* http://www.nursingdegree.net/blog/18/33-health-benefits-of-drinking-tea/ | |||
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== Turmeric == | |||
[[File:Curcuma_longa201608JAPAN.jpg|thumb|200px|[[w:Turmeric|Turmeric]] (Curcuma Longa) of genus [[w:Curcuma|Curcuma]].]] | |||
[[File:Curcuma_longa_roots.jpg|thumb|left|240px|Turmeric, used as spice, medicine and dye is made of ground roots of Curcuma Longa.]] | |||
'''[[w:Turmeric|Turmeric]]''' contains [[w:curcumin|curcumin]], a [[w:curcuminoid|curcuminoid]]. | |||
''' Studies regarding turmeric ''' | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23146777 'Curcumin ingestion and exercise training improve vascular endothelial function in postmenopausal women.'], a 2012 study. + [https://livelovefruit.com/turmeric-juice-equivalent-to-60-minutes-exercise/ LiveLoveFruit.com reporting on the study] | |||
* [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4359932/ 'Attenuation of Morphine Withdrawal Syndrome by Various Dosages of Curcumin in Comparison with Clonidine in Mouse: Possible Mechanism'] , a 2015 study | |||
'''See also: [[#Cancers and cannabis|Cancers and cannabis]]''' (intra-article link) | |||
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* [http://www.greenmedinfo.com/ GreenMedinfo - The Science of Natural Healing] | * [http://www.greenmedinfo.com/ GreenMedinfo - The Science of Natural Healing] | ||
* [https://www.healthline.com/ HealthLine.com contains a myriad of information about different medical conditions and in addition to having info on conditions and natural therapeutics it also covers main stream medications] | * [https://www.healthline.com/ HealthLine.com contains a myriad of information about different medical conditions and in addition to having info on conditions and natural therapeutics it also covers main stream medications] | ||
* [https://hempedification.wordpress.com/ Hemp Edification blog] | |||
* https://herbalremediesbook.com/ | * https://herbalremediesbook.com/ | ||
* https://livelovefruit.com/ is excellent website on health tips / natural therapeutics by Carly Fraser, a professional in the field. | * https://livelovefruit.com/ is excellent website on health tips / natural therapeutics by Carly Fraser, a professional in the field. | ||
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