abstract：BACKGROUND:Sonchus asper (L.) Hill, (Asteraceae) is used in Pakistan as a traditional ("folk") medicine for the treatment of hormonal disorders and oxidative stress. The present study was aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Sonchus asper (L.) Hill, (Asteraceae) methanolic extract (SAME) on hormonal dysfunction in thyroid...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Khan RA

更新日期：2012-10-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Difficulty in controlling attention can lead to mental fatigue in the healthy population. We identified one trial reporting a benefit in patients' attention using a homeopathic formula preparation. One component of the preparation was potassium phosphate, widely available off the shelf as Kali phos 6x for co...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Dean ME,Karsandas R,Bland JM,Gooch D,MacPherson H

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Records have shown that Combretum adenogonium Steud. Ex A. Rich (Combretaceae) is used in traditional medicine systems of several tribes in Tanzania. This study focused on the investigation of antibacterial activity, anti-HIV-1 protease activity, toxicity properties and classes of phytochemicals in extracts ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Mushi NF,Mbwambo ZH,Innocent E,Tewtrakul S

更新日期：2012-09-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is becoming a popular treatment for modulating diverse immune disorders. Phellinus linteus (P. linteus) as one of the CAMs has been used to modulate cancers, inflammation and allergic activities. However, little evidence has been shown about its underlying mechani...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Hwang JS,Kwon HK,Kim JE,Rho J,Im SH

更新日期：2012-09-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is a need for more Comparative Effectiveness Research (CER) to strengthen the evidence base for clinical and policy decision-making. Effectiveness Guidance Documents (EGD) are targeted to clinical researchers. The aim of this EGD is to provide specific recommendations for the design of prospective acup...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Witt CM,Aickin M,Baca T,Cherkin D,Haan MN,Hammerschlag R,Hao JJ,Kaplan GA,Lao L,McKay T,Pierce B,Riley D,Ritenbaugh C,Thorpe K,Tunis S,Weissberg J,Berman BM,Effectiveness Guidance Documents Collaborators.

更新日期：2012-09-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In ancient times, plants were recognized for their medicinal properties. Later, the arrival of synthetic drugs pushed it to the backstage. However, from being merely used for food, plants are now been widely explored for their therapeutic value. The current study explores the potential of skin and flesh extr...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Louis XL,Murphy R,Thandapilly SJ,Yu L,Netticadan T

更新日期：2012-08-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study was to explore the effects of Gan-Lu-Yin (GLY) on the migration of vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) induced by fetal bovine serum and on neointima formation in a rat model of carotid artery balloon injury. METHODS:VSMCs were treated with different concentrations of GLY, and then analyzed with...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Chien YC,Sheu MJ,Wu CH,Lin WH,Chen YY,Cheng PL,Cheng HC

更新日期：2012-08-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The leaves of Leea indica (Vitaceae), commonly known as 'Huo Tong Shu' in Malaysia, have been traditionally used as natural remedy in folk medicine by the locals. The current study reports the outcome of antioxidant and cytotoxic investigation of L. indica leaves. To the best of our knowledge, this is the fi...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Reddy NS,Navanesan S,Sinniah SK,Wahab NA,Sim KS

更新日期：2012-08-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Staphylococcus aureus is the pathogen most often and prevalently involved in skin and soft tissue infections. In recent decades outbreaks of methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) have created major problems for skin therapy, and burn and wound care units. Topical antimicrobials are most important component ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Muthaiyan A,Biswas D,Crandall PG,Wilkinson BJ,Ricke SC

更新日期：2012-08-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gentiana floribunda was investigated for the possible hypotensive and vasodilator activities in an attempt to rationalize its traditional use in hypertension. METHODS:The crude extract of Gentiana floribunda (Gf.Cr) was studied in anaesthetized rats and isolated thoracic aorta tissues. RESULTS:Gf.Cr which ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Khan AU,Mustafa MR,Khan AU,Murugan DD

更新日期：2012-08-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Arctium lappa L. (Asteraceae), burdock, is a medicinal plant that is popularly used for treating hypertension, gout, hepatitis, and other inflammatory disorders. This study was performed to test the effect of ethanol extract of Arctium lappa L. (EAL) seeds on vascular reactivity and inflammatory factors in r...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Lee YJ,Choi DH,Cho GH,Kim JS,Kang DG,Lee HS

更新日期：2012-08-06 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Launaea procumbens (Asteraceae) is used as a folk medicine to treat hepatic disorders in Pakistan. The effect of a chloroform extract of Launaea procumbens (LPCE) was evaluated against carbon-tetrachloride (CCl4)-induced liver damage in rats. METHODS:To evaluate the hepatoprotective effects of LPCE, 36 male...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Khan RA,Khan MR,Ahmed M,Sahreen S,Shah NA,Shah MS,Bokhari J,Rashid U,Ahmad B,Jan S

更新日期：2012-08-03 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The skin is chronically exposed to endogenous and environmental pro-oxidant agents, leading to the harmful generation of reactive oxygen species. Antioxidant is vital substances which possess the ability to protect the body from damage cause by free radicals induce oxidative stress. Alpinia zerumbet, a tradi...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Chompoo J,Upadhyay A,Fukuta M,Tawata S

更新日期：2012-07-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Xanthones are a group of oxygen-containing heterocyclic compounds with remarkable pharmacological effects such as anti-cancer, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities. METHODS:A xanthones extract (81% α-mangostin and 16% γ-mangostin), was prepared by crystallization of a toluene extract...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Aisha AF,Abu-Salah KM,Ismail Z,Majid AM

更新日期：2012-07-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chemoprevention crossover trials of tea can be more efficient than parallel designs but the attrition and compliance rates with such trials are unknown. METHODS:Attrition (dropouts) and compliance with treatment were assessed in a 25-week randomized, placebo controlled, crossover, feasibility clinical trial...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Dash C,Chung FL,Rohan JA,Greenspan E,Christopher PD,Makambi K,Hara Y,Newkirk K,Davidson B,Adams-Campbell LL

更新日期：2012-07-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:During recent years the market for homeopathic education media has increasingly diversified with old (books, seminars) and new media (video-seminars, pc-programs, homeo-wiki and internet-courses). However, little is known about homeopaths' preferences in using educational media and their requirements of this...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Escher M,Vollmar HC,Holling A,Raak C,Ostermann T

更新日期：2012-07-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Astragalus polysaccharides (APS) are active constituents of Astragalus membranaceus. They have been widely studied, especially with respect to their immunopotentiating properties, their ability to counteract the side effects of chemotherapeutic drugs, and their anticancer properties. However, the mechanism b...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Tian QE,De Li H,Yan M,Cai HL,Tan QY,Zhang WY

更新日期：2012-07-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Traditional Indian and Australian medicinal plant extracts were investigated to determine their therapeutic potential to inhibit key enzymes in carbohydrate metabolism, which has relevance to the management of hyperglycemia and type 2 diabetes. The antioxidant activities were also assessed. METHODS:The eval...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Gulati V,Harding IH,Palombo EA

更新日期：2012-06-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Medical students have consistently expressed interest in learning about alternative healing modalities, especially herbal and natural products. To fill this void in medical education at our institution, a novel elective was developed and implemented for fourth year medical students. This herbal/natural produ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Karpa K

更新日期：2012-05-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cassia sieberiana is a savannah tree with a wide phytotherapeutic application including the use of its roots in the management of various stomach disorders including gastric ulcer, stomach pains and indigestion. The aim of the study is to evaluate the antioxidant, gastric cytoprotective prostaglandins, secre...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Nartey ET,Ofosuhene M,Kudzi W,Agbale CM

更新日期：2012-05-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pyrexia, algesia and inflammation are associated with several pathological conditions. Synthetic drugs available for the treatment of these conditions cause multiple unwanted effects. Several studies are ongoing worldwide to find natural healing agents with better safety profile. The current study was thus a...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Muhammad N,Saeed M,Khan H

更新日期：2012-05-02 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Gambogic acid has a marked anti-tumor effect for gastric and colorectal cancers in vitro and in vivo. However, recent investigations on gambogic acid have focused mainly on mono-drug therapy, and its potential role in cancer therapy has not been comprehensively illustrated. This study aimed to assess the int...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Zou Z,Xie L,Wei J,Yu L,Qian X,Chen J,Wang T,Liu B

更新日期：2012-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although many physiological functions of Coprinus comatus have been reported, there has been no report on the antinociceptive activity of Coprinus comatus. Therefore, the objective of the present study is to demonstrate the production, isolation, and biological properties of triglycerides (TFC) of the fermen...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Ren J,Shi JL,Han CC,Liu ZQ,Guo JY

更新日期：2012-04-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Yukmijihwang-tang, a traditional herbal formula, has been used for treating disorder, diabetic mellitus and neurosis in China (Liu-wei-di-huang-tang in Chinese), Japan (Lokumijio-to in Japanese) and Korea for many years. In this study, we investigated the effects of Yukmijihwang-tang water extract (YJT) on t...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Shin IS,Lee MY,Ha HK,Seo CS,Shin HK

更新日期：2012-04-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Verbascum thapsus is used in tribal medicine as an antispasmodic, anti-tubercular agent and wormicide. In this study, we investigated the antispasmodic and anthelmintic activities of crude aqueous methanolic extract of the plant. METHODS:V. thapsus extracts were tested against roundworms (Ascaridia galli) a...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Ali N,Ali Shah SW,Shah I,Ahmed G,Ghias M,Khan I,Ali W

更新日期：2012-03-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chemotherapy of cholangiocarcinoma (CCA), a devastating cancer with increasing worldwide incidence and mortality rates, is largely ineffective. The discovery and development of effective chemotherapeutics is urgently needed. METHODS/DESIGN:The study aimed at evaluating anticancer activities, toxicity, and p...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Plengsuriyakarn T,Viyanant V,Eursitthichai V,Picha P,Kupradinun P,Itharat A,Na-Bangchang K

更新日期：2012-03-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Daming capsule (DMC), a traditional Chinese formula, has a lipid-modulating action with reduced adverse side effects as compared with other lipid lowering compounds. Since endothelial dysfunction often accompanies the hyperlipidemic state, we hypothesize that DMC might restore endothelial dysfunction produce...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Zhang R,Niu H,Wang N,Sun L,Xu Y,Zhao R,Ban X,Yu Y,Yang B,Ai J

更新日期：2012-03-24 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Threatened miscarriage involves vaginal bleeding in a pregnancy that remains viable. This is a common early pregnancy complication with increased risk factors for early pregnancy loss, preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM), preterm delivery, low birth weight babies and maternal antepartum haemorrhag...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Betts D,Smith CA,Hannah DG

更新日期：2012-03-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tai Chi (TC) is a mind-body exercise that shows potential as an effective and safe intervention for preventing fall-related fractures in the elderly. Few randomized trials have simultaneously evaluated TC's potential to reduce bone loss and improve fall-predictive balance parameters in osteopenic women. MET...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Wayne PM,Kiel DP,Buring JE,Connors EM,Bonato P,Yeh GY,Cohen CJ,Mancinelli C,Davis RB

更新日期：2012-01-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Integrative Medicine (IM) is an emerging field in paediatrics, especially in the USA. The purpose of the present study was to assess the attitudes and beliefs of Youth Health Care (YHC) physicians in the Netherlands toward IM in paediatrics. METHODS:In October 2010, a link to an anonymous, self-reporting, 3...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Jong MC,van Vliet M,Huttenhuis S,van der Veer D,van den Heijkant S

更新日期：2012-01-16 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Dengue fever regardless of its serotypes has been the most prevalent arthropod-borne viral diseases among the world population. The development of a dengue vaccine is complicated by the antibody-dependent enhancement effect. Thus, the development of a plant-based antiviral preparation promises a more potenti...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Tang LI,Ling AP,Koh RY,Chye SM,Voon KG

更新日期：2012-01-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The use of Complementary and Alternative medicine (CAM) has increased over the past years. In Germany, many general practitioners (GPs) use CAM in their daily practice. However, little is known about possible differences of GPs using CAM compared to GPs not using CAM. The aim of the study was to explore diff...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Joos S,Musselmann B,Szecsenyi J,Goetz K

更新日期：2011-12-19 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), which is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), is an immunosuppressive disease that results in life-threatening opportunistic infections. The general problems in current therapy include the constant emergence of drug-resistant HIV strains, adverse side e...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Han H,He W,Wang W,Gao B

更新日期：2011-11-14 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Phaleria macrocarpa (Scheff.) Boerl (Thymelaceae) originates from Papua Island, Indonesia and grows in tropical areas. The different parts of the fruit of P. macrocarpa were evaluated for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cytotoxic activities. METHODS:Phaleria macrocarpa fruit were divided into pericarp, ...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Hendra R,Ahmad S,Oskoueian E,Sukari A,Shukor MY

更新日期：2011-11-09 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Native bees of the tribe Meliponini produce a distinct kind of propolis called geopropolis. Although many pharmacological activities of propolis have already been demonstrated, little is known about geopropolis, particularly regarding its antimicrobial activity against oral pathogens. The present study aimed...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Liberio SA,Pereira AL,Dutra RP,Reis AS,Araújo MJ,Mattar NS,Silva LA,Ribeiro MN,Nascimento FR,Guerra RN,Monteiro-Neto V

更新日期：2011-11-04 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) are being used increasingly across the world. In Australia, community pharmacists are a major supplier of these products but knowledge of the products and interactions with other medicines is poor. Information regarding the use of CAMs by metropolitan pharmacist...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Bushett NJ,Dickson-Swift VA,Willis JA,Wood P

更新日期：2011-10-28 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Throughout the world, patients with chronic diseases/illnesses use complementary and alternative medicines (CAM). The use of CAM is also substantial among patients with diseases/illnesses of unknown aetiology. Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also termed myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is no exception. Hence,...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Alraek T,Lee MS,Choi TY,Cao H,Liu J

更新日期：2011-10-07 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Moxibustion (a type of Chinese medicine which involves burning a herb close to the skin) has been used to correct a breech presentation. Evidence of effectiveness and safety from systematic reviews is encouraging although significant heterogeneity has been found among trials. We assessed the feasibility of c...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Do CK,Smith CA,Dahlen H,Bisits A,Schmied V

更新日期：2011-09-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Keloid is a type of scar which extends beyond the boundaries of the original wound. It can spread to the surrounding skin by invasion. The use of Tualang honey is a possible approach for keloid treatment. The objective of this study was to determine the antiproliferative effect of methanolic extraction of Tu...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Nurul Syazana MS,Halim AS,Gan SH,Shamsuddin S

更新日期：2011-09-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Free radical stress leads to tissue injury and can eventually to arthritis, atherosclerosis, diabetes mellitus, neurodegenerative diseases and carcinogenesis. Several studies are ongoing worldwide to find natural antioxidants of plant origin. We assessed the in-vitro antioxidant activities and screened the p...

journal_title：BMC complementary and alternative medicine

authors： Roy P,Amdekar S,Kumar A,Singh V

更新日期：2011-08-23 00:00:00