Açai isn’t the only Brazilian fruit with superfood potential, according to emerging research. Jaboticaba is rich in ...

Biologists have isolated 17 secondary metabolites, including three novel compounds from the valuable endangered tropical plant species Alangium longiflorum. A newly isolated compound, ...

Fruits and plant extracts contain bioactive compounds that can help treat or prevent diseases. To characterize and understand their mechanism of action, researchers from universities and research ...

Banana plants (Musa spp.) are not only a staple food in many tropical regions but also a reservoir of valuable bioactive compounds. Extensive research has demonstrated that various parts of the ...

A Brazilian study has confirmed that Joseph’s Coat, a plant used for generations in folk medicine, can significantly reduce inflammation and arthritis symptoms in lab tests. Researchers observed less ...

Where do the well-known cannabis compounds THC, CBD and CBC come from? Researchers at Wageningen University & Research have ...

Ogonna David, a leading researcher at the University of Houston, has made remarkable strides in exploring the potential of bioactive peptides and phytochemicals to transform drug discovery and combat ...

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Hibiscus water contains antioxidants and plant compounds that may support heart and brain ...

Experts highlight moringa's potential in sanitary pads, enhancing menstrual comfort and hygiene while reducing infection ...

What we throw away as food waste may hold the key to healthier crops, stronger ecosystems, and new medical compounds.