Thursday, September 30, 2010

Ingredient (Triclosan) in soap points toward new drugs for Toxoplasmosis !

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We know that, Triclosan (see structure)  is an antibacterial ingredient in some soaps, toothpastes, odor-fighting socks, and even com...
Saturday, September 25, 2010

Phase 3 clinical study demonstrates efficacy of metformin therapy in type 2 diabetes

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Phase 3 clinical study demonstrates efficacy of metformin therapy in type 2 diabetes
Thursday, September 16, 2010

Enzyme telomerase activating compound discovered....

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In continuation of telomerase and its importance ... Sierra Sciences, in collaboration with TA Sciences, Geron Corporation, PhysioAg...
Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Method developed to reduce acrylamide (carcinogen) formation during production of potatoes and coffee...

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A small research-based Norwegian company has developed a method to reduce the formation of the carcinogenic compound acrylamide d...
Monday, September 13, 2010

Synthetic derivative of Retinoic acid can induce cell death

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Retinoic acid (RA), a natural derivative of vitamin A, is the basis of a number of treatments against cancer. Nevertheless, it has certain...
Thursday, September 9, 2010

Methylphenidate facilitates recovery from drug addiction...

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A brain-scanning study at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory, conducted with collaborator...
Wednesday, September 8, 2010

ESPAC-3 trial (Fluorouracil and Folinic Acid) shows promising results to prevent pancreatic cancer

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In continuation of my update on  drug discovery and 5-fluorouracil A major international trial has shown a commonly used chemotherapy drug,...
Monday, September 6, 2010

Study shows statin therapy not associated with cancer

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Study shows statin therapy not associated with cancer
Saturday, September 4, 2010

Scientists discover how omega-3 fatty acids shut down inflammation and reverse diabetes

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( Picture, courtsey : Cell ) Omega-3 fatty acids ( -3 FAs), DHA and EPA, exert anti-inflammatory effects, but the mechanisms are poor...
Friday, September 3, 2010

Berries can prevent age related brain degeneration: Study

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Berries can prevent age related brain degeneration: Study
Thursday, September 2, 2010

Study on current insect repellants confirms need for better insect repellants...

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In continuation of update on  mosquito repellents developments and DEET Now, Johns Hopkins scientists have discovered what it is in the bu...
Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Naringenin (grape fruits) initiates increased fatty acid oxidation, inhibits vLDL production...

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Naringenin is a flavonoid that is considered to have a bioactive effect on human health as antioxidant, free radical scavenger, a...
Monday, August 30, 2010

Plantain and broccoli fiber help in Crohn’s disease........

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In continuation of my update on dietary benefits of broccoli .... New research from University School of Clinical Sciences in Li...

Experimental drug PLX4032 holds promise against cancers with faulty BRAF gene....

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Plexxikon  recently announced the publication of data from the Phase 1 clinical trial of PLX4032 (RG7204), confirming that treatmen...
Saturday, August 28, 2010

Spoonful of black rice bran contains more health promoting anthocyanin antioxidants than blueberries

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Spoonful of black rice bran contains more health promoting anthocyanin antioxidants than blueberries