Tag: garlic

Prostate Cancer Disparity, Chemoprevention, and Treatment by Specific Medicinal Plants

This 2019 review addresses the persistent racial disparities in prostate cancer (PC) incidence and mortality, particularly among African American men. It explores the potential of three medicinal plants—curcumin, garlic (Allium sativum), and Vernonia amygdalina—as chemopreventive and therapeutic agents against PC. These plants have demonstrated anti-cancer properties, including inhibition of cell

Read More »

Medicinal Plants and Phytochemicals Regulating Insulin Resistance and Glucose Homeostasis in Type 2 Diabetic Patients: A Clinical Review

This systematic review evaluates the effects of medicinal plants and phytochemicals—including resveratrol, garlic, curcumin, cinnamon, ginger, nuts, berberine, anthocyanins, soybeans, flaxseed, vegetable oils, and soluble fibers—on insulin resistance and glucose homeostasis in patients with type 2 diabetes. These compounds demonstrated beneficial effects by improving insulin sensitivity, reducing fasting blood sugar

Read More »