Essential Oils, Part V: Peppermint Oil, Lavender Oil, and Lemongrass Oil.

de Groot A and Schmidt E (2016).

Dermatitis.

PubMed:

27775966

Chemical Analysis of Extracts from Newfoundland Berries and Potential Neuroprotective Effects.

This study analyzed the polyphenolic compounds found in Newfoundland berries, including blueberries, lingonberries, and black currants. Using HPLC and MS detection, the researchers identified 21 phenolic compounds in the three species. They also tested the lingonberry extract and found it provided complete protection from cell death in an in vitro model of cell injury. These findings suggest that these berries could be used as dietary supplements and have potential for protecting the nervous system from traumatic injuries.

Hossain MZ et al (2016).

Antioxidants (Basel).

PubMed:

27775557

The genus Boschniakia in China: An ethnopharmacological and phytochemical review.

Zhang L et al (2016).

J Ethnopharmacol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jep.2016.10.051

PubMed:

27773803

Antinociceptive effect of methanol extract of Celosia cristata Linn. in mice.

Islam S, Shajib MS and Ahmed T (2016).

BMC Complement Altern Med.

PubMed:

27770773

De novo transcriptome sequencing of black pepper (Piper nigrum L.) and an analysis of genes involved in phenylpropanoid metabolism in response to Phytophthora capsici.

Hao C et al (2016).

BMC Genomics.

PubMed:

27769171

New lignan glycosides from Justicia procumbens.

Jin H, Yang S and Dong JX (2017).

J Asian Nat Prod Res.

DOI:

10.1080/10286020.2016.1241771

PubMed:

27767340

Gastrodia elata and epilepsy: Rationale and therapeutic potential.

The traditional Chinese herb Gastrodia elata Blume has been used for centuries in folk medicine and is being researched for its anticonvulsant properties and safety. Its biological activity is being studied to deepen our understanding of its effects.

Matias M et al (2016).

Phytomedicine.

DOI:

10.1016/j.phymed.2016.09.001

PubMed:

27765372

Hypericum perforatum as a cognitive enhancer in rodents: A meta-analysis.

Pre-clinical studies have shown that St. John's Wort has a positive effect on cognitive performance in healthy and stress-impaired rodents, making it a potential cognitive-enhancing agent.

Ben-Eliezer D and Yechiam E (2016).

Sci Rep.

DOI:

10.1038/srep35700

PubMed:

27762349