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Black Ginseng Shows Molecular Promise in Slowing Inflammatory Skin Aging
science3 hours ago

Black Ginseng Shows Molecular Promise in Slowing Inflammatory Skin Aging

New research indicates black ginseng extract (BGE), rich in rare ginsenosides formed during processing, may counter inflammation-driven skin aging by reducing MMP-1 expression and prostaglandin E2 while increasing TIMP-1 in human fibroblasts and a 3D skin model; docking studies suggest ginsenosides Rg3, Rg5, and RK1 bind to inflammation- and aging-related proteins, highlighting BGE’s potential as a cosmetic/dermatology ingredient to preserve collagen and skin structure. Further work is needed to fully map the pathways involved.

"Promising Study Shows Herbal Extracts Enhance Mild Dementia Treatment"
health2 years ago

"Promising Study Shows Herbal Extracts Enhance Mild Dementia Treatment"

A clinical trial conducted by Australian researchers found that an herbal extract called Sailuotong (SLT), containing standardized extracts of Panax ginseng, Ginkgo biloba, and Crocus sativus L., improved memory and executive function in individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) in just 12 weeks. MCI is considered a precursor to dementia. The study suggests that SLT could potentially delay the onset of dementia and further research is needed to explore its long-term benefits. The herbal mixture has shown anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cognitive-enhancing properties in previous studies. The researchers plan to conduct larger trials to investigate SLT's efficacy in treating MCI and delaying dementia.