Researchers have discovered that 5-OH-HxMF (5-Hydroxy-3,6,7,8,3′,4′-hexamethoxyflavone), a kind of polymethoxyflavone extracted from the Citrus genus, to be effective in inhibiting inflammation and neoplasia (abnormal proliferation of cells usually resulting in a tumor) in a mouse model. Polymethoxyflavones (PMFs), found exclusively in the Citrus genus, particularly in the peel of sweet oranges (Citrus sinensis) and mandarin… [Continue Reading]
The Health Benefits of Strawberries
June 10, 2008 By 5 Comments
Strawberries are a fragrant, red-coloured, ground-dwelling fruit. Their history dates back over 2,000 years with records showing a variety of breeds as a native in many parts of the world. In the early eighteenth century a strawberry hybrid was created that took its size from a South American variety and its taste and fragrance from… [Continue Reading]
The Health Benefits of Limes
June 10, 2008 By 2 Comments
Limes are a green citrus fruit that grows on trees in tropical and subtropical climates. Best known for preventing scurvy on ships, they are fairly small, about 3-5cm in diameter and can be either sweet or sour in taste. Sweet limes don’t contain citric acid content; sour limes contain both a higher sugar level and… [Continue Reading]
The Health Benefits of Peppermint
June 10, 2008 By 4 Comments
There are a number of different species of mints to which peppermint is related, and it’s believed that peppermint is a natural hybrid of watermint and spearmint. Historically, peppermint has been used medicinally as a general digestive aid, and for the symptomatic treatment of upper respiratory infections. The active constituents of peppermint are primarily menthol… [Continue Reading]