Soybean isoflavones are important components of soybean, they are a group of phytoestrogens, a class of natural plant compounds that mimic the conformational structure of estradiol. Studies in animals have shown that isoflavones play an important role in the prevention of several diseases. The soybean isoflavones are found in three different chemical forms. There are […]
Botanical insecticides are insecticides with a botanical substance derived by chemical methods from plants and make into sprays, tablets or powders to prevent and reduce pests and diseases. The commonly used botanical insecticides include rotenone emulsion, nicotinoid emulsion, matrine water agent and so on. These ingredients are rarely sold as pesticides. They are less toxic […]
What’s Matrine? Matrine comes from the dry roots of leguminous plants and can also be extracted from other plants such as Sophora subprostrata and Sophora alopecuroides aboveground parts. Matrine, first isolated and identified in 1958, is a unique group of alkaloids (tetracyclo-Quinolizindine alkaloids) found in the Sophora family of plants, mainly used to treat cancer, […]
Oxymatrine and matrine Matrine (matrine) and oxymatrine are the main components of sophora flavescens, sophora SPP., sophora flavescens, quinolidine alkaloids, both have a wide range of biological activities, such as anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, analgesia, anti-arrhythmia, cough, sterilization and so on. The nitrogen atoms of oxymatrine are bonded to oxygen by coordination bonds. Studies have shown that […]
Many herbs for lowing high blood pressure are natural. They can reduce your blood pressure and bring it back to a normal range. You must do your research before trying a herbal medicine for high blood pressure. If you have been prescribed medication by your doctor, you may want to discuss your options with a […]
Apricot kernels are not just natural food, they are often used to make apricot jam. While the apricot kernels themselves are not edible, you can add them to your food. Some people even eat them to add flavor. While a small amount of amygdalin in apricot kernels is harmless to humans, a higher level can […]
Yohimbine is an active substance derived from the bark of the Corynante Yohimbe tree in Central Africa. The tree is native to southwestern Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon and Congo. Yohimbine leaves and bark were consumed as tea and food, resulting in highly developed genitalia and high reproductive capacity. Because of the bark’s medicinal properties, which Yohimbbe […]
Natto is a traditional Japanese food made of soybean through Bacillus Subtilis VAR fermentation. The fermentation process of the soybean natto bacteria produces a variety of physiologically active compounds that can adjust the body’s physiology. Natto is rich in active components beneficial to health, such as protein, essential vitamins and a variety of minerals, including […]
As a symbol of peace and security, the olive tree has provided food and shelter since the beginning of human history. It is thought to have originated along the Mediterranean coast more than 5,000 years ago and was first brought to the United States in the 15th century. There are indications that drinking tea brewed […]