Clover Honey: Strongest Antibacterial Activity against E-Coli & Staphylococcus A.

all honeys possess antibacterial and antioxidant properties; its good to note which ones are the most potent... Antioxidative, antibrowning and antibacterial activities of sixteen floral honeysXin Chang, Jiehua Wang, Shaohui Yang, Shan Chen and Yingjin Song; Food & Function; 22 AUG 2011Commonly consumed honeys from sixteen different single floral sources were analyzed for their in vitro antioxidant capacities by several methods including DPPH, ABTS, FRAP, SASR and MDA assays. The total polyphenol contents varied among the tested honeys and were highly correlated to their antioxidant capacity values. The antioxidant capacity of Chinese...

You're Invited: Free Dynamic Phytotherapy Lecture Wednesday at 11 am

Dynamic Phytotherapy has the power to enhance the healing abilities of even the most experienced holistic health practitioner.Join ACHS President Dorene Petersen for a Brown Bag Lunch talk about Dynamic Phytotherapy remedies and uses this Wednesday, August 31, from 11am-12pm. This community wellness event is free and open to the public. To RSVP, just email admissions@achs.edu or call us at (503) 244-0726.Share this info on your Facebook page or tweet about itfor a chance to grab a free ACHS Vintage Apparel hat with your next Apothecary Shoppe purchase. Be one of the first 5 to share this information and let us know about it on ACHS Facebook!!...

Propolis May Help Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis

consuming propolis aids the immune system, enhances the function of other antibiotics and increases internal healing...Suppression of interleukin 17 production by Brazilian propolis in mice with collagen-induced arthritisMayuri Tanaka, Yoshihiro Okamoto, Takashi Fukui and Toshiyuki Masuzawa; Inflammo Pharmacology; 23 Aug 2011 Abstract :Propolis is a resinous substance collected by honeybees from leaf buds and cracks in the bark of various plants. Propolis has been reported to have immunomodulatory activity. We hypothesized that propolis would be able to reduce the disease severity of rheumatoid arthritis. We evaluated the effect...

Meeting the owner of Biostrath

Asara wine estate & HotelAs I have said before, meeting a legend is a true privilege. In this case it was a legendary product. S. A. Natural products invited me and a few other guests to a lovely breakfast at Asara wine estate, to meet the owner of the Biostrath company, celebrating 50years of Biostrath as a world wide commercial product.In the 1950s, as a result of poor health caused by Meniere's disease, Fred Pestalozzi, the founder of the company, became aware of a natural product containing a special combination of herbs and yeast. After taking the food supplement for three months he had completely recovered and was able to return to...

ACHS President Dorene Petersen Chats with Aromatherapy Student Cheryl Narron About Benefits of Studying Online

Dorene Petersen, president of the American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS), chats with Aroma 203 student Cheryl Narron about the benefits of the online learning at the College's August 26 lavender distillation. Cheryl shares how much she loves the flexibility.What is your favorite thing about getting your degree or diploma onli...

Drying May Reduce Nutritional Properties of Bee Pollen

Whenever possible, opt for fresh bee pollen, as it's definitely better in taste, flavor and nutritional content than dried pellets. It's like horses who prefer grass than hay...Influence of the commercial processing and floral origin on bioactive and nutritional properties of honeybee-collected pollenDiana Domínguez-Valhondo, Diego Bohoyo Gil, María Teresa Hernández, David González-Gómez; International Journal of Food Science & Technology; 22 AUG 2011Summary:Pollen is characterised for having a low fat content, a relatively high content of dietary fibre and an important amount of minerals and essential amino acids. With regard to bioactive...

More Potent than Aromatherapy - Green Clean Solution from Honey Bees

A Natural, Sanitizing Solution for Home, Office or Car!Today many health care providers recommend using preventative measures to avoid the onset of serious health conditions. Taking prescription medication with the usual side effects is all too common and one of the reasons there's an increase in antibiotic resistance.It's also important to keep in mind environmental influences in the home and office. Eliminating things such as mold,  bacteria and mites which also have effects on our health should also ideally be 'green' and non-toxic. Finding a natural approach to boosting the immune system and managing our health and environment is the...

A Review of Honey and Microbial Infections

a peer-reviewed article from the Journal of Medicinal Food... did someone say medicine in a jar?Honey and Microbial Infections: A Review Supporting the Use of Honey for Microbial ControlNoori S. Al-Waili, Khelod Salom, Glenn Butler and Ahmad A. Al Ghamdi. Journal of Medicinal Food, 22 Aug 2011Honey has been used as a medicine throughout the ages and has recently been reintroduced to modern medical practice. Much of the research to date has addressed honey's antibacterial properties and its effects on wound healing. Laboratory studies and clinical trials have shown that honey is an effective broad-spectrum antibacterial agent. Honey...

Trendy Electronic Products in the B2B Markets

Due to the undeniable growth of science and technology, there has been a sudden spurt in the use of electronic products. The new generation finds it difficult to live their lives without the latest gadgets. It is quite true that these equipments have accelerated the pace of our day to day lives. Each day, a new electric gadget is introduced in the market which makes a fashion statement.Popular Electronic Products in the MarketComputers: Computers have become an indispensable part of our daily lives. Be it home or office, people consider it a necessity rather than a luxury. Computers with new configurations or laptops with sleek designs and cool...

How Business Directories Help To Augment Import-Export Business

Technology has elevated to greater heights with the advent of online business transactions. The use of business directory to promote import and export is one of the major breakthroughs in the field of business. There are a number of benefits of using these online directories. There has been a substantial growth of both import and export in the country due to the use of these directories.Effects of Business Directory on Import Export BusinessThe advent of internet technology has led to the growth of business directory. Today most of the people choose to buy and sell through online web portals. Such transactions help to save time and money. There...

Bee Venom Component Protects Liver Cells Against Injury

Is there anything from honey bees that isn't good?!?!?!Protective Effects of Melittin on Transforming Growth Factor-β1 Injury to Hepatocytes Via Anti-Apoptotic Mechanism Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology, 17-Aug 2011 Melittin is a cationic, hemolytic peptide that is the main toxic component in the venom of the honey bee (Apis mellifera). Melittin has multiple effects, including anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-inflammatory, in various cell types. However, the anti-apoptotic mechanisms of melittin have not been fully elucidated in hepatocytes. Apoptosis contributes to liver inflammation and fibrosis. Knowledge of the apoptotic mechanisms...

You're Invited: ACHS Lavender Distillation and Sidewalk Sale August 26

In celebration of the end of the summer season, we're distilling the lavender from the ACHS Botanical Teaching Garden this Friday, August 26, and you're invited!Join ACHS President Dorene Petersen for this unique hands-on workshop and learn:Best practices for harvesting fresh lavenderHow to distill fresh lavenderTherapeutic uses for lavender essential oil and distillation by productsDistillation begins at 11 am and is free and open to the public.This is a popular event, so be sure to RSVP and secure your spot - just email admissions@achs.edu or call us at (503) 244-0726.Come early for our Apothecary Shoppe Back-to-School Sidewalk Sale with aromatherapy,...

Hang Out with ACHS at Spaw Day, A Fundraiser for the Oregon Humane Society

Don't have plans for tomorrow evening? Come hang out with us! American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) is participating in Spaw Day, a fundraiser for the Oregon Humane Society, hosted at Sniff Dog Hotel (1828 NW Raleigh St. Portland, OR 97209), Thursday, August 25th, from 6-8pm.Spaw Day, an Oregon Humane Society event hosted by Sniff, is a fun opportunity for you and your dog to relax and enjoy spa activities together, including massages, aromatherapy, manicures, and other spa-like features.Stop by and visit with us! It's going to be really fun! For directions, click here http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=Sniff%20Dog%20Ho...

Propolis Extract Protects Nerve Cells

Propolis, the proven protector against bacteria, mold, viruses, cancer and inflammation, now adds neurprotection to its list --- WOW!!Northeast Portuguese Propolis Protects Against Staurosporine and Hydrogen Peroxide-Induced Neurotoxicity in Primary Cortical NeuronsFood and Chemical Toxicology, Article in Press "The present work describes the protective effects of the crude Northeast Portuguese propolis enriched phenolic extract against staurosporine (STS) and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)-induced neurotoxicity.These two stress inducers act through various pathways, including the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the induction...

AHPA Congress on NDIs - September 8, 2011

We received this event notification from the American Herbal Products Association, which we thought you may be interested in attending. Please refer to the links within the post for further questions and information about how to register.AHPA Congress on NDIs: Crafting an Industry Response & Filing Successful NotificationsWhen:Thursday, September 8, 20118:30am - 5:30pmWhere:Mesirow Financial Services Auditorium353 North Clark St.Chicago, IL 60654Register by August 25 and save $100 on registration!RegisterThe AHPA Congress on NDIs will sift through the clutter, the hype and unanswered questions on NDIs to provide clarity and help industry companies answer the following questions:How would the FDA draft guidance on NDIs--if it is not amended--affect your business and the kind of products...

Honey Reduces Wound Bacterial Load in Chronic Wounds

An important nursing review of a new superabsorbent dressing imbued with Manuka honey. Using a superabsorbent dressing and antimicrobial for a venous ulcerSylvie Hampton, Anna Coulborn, Martin Tadej, Cathie Bree-AslanBritish Journal of Nursing, Vol. 20, Iss. 15 - Supplement, 11 Aug 2011, pp 38 - 43In chronic wounds, exudate is believed to prolong the inflammatory phase and is detrimental to healing (Trengove et al, 1999; Vowden and Vowden, 2004). Poor exudate management can have important management cost implications, and may result in increased patient morbidity (White and Cutting, 2006). Accurate assessment of wound exudate is a key component...

Royal Jelly Has Lifespan-Extending Effect

Reinforces what we know - the queen lives much longer due to her exclusive diet of Royal Jelly... Lifespan-Extending Effects of Royal Jelly and Its Related Substances on the Nematode Caenorhabditis elegans PLoS ONE 6(8): Published: August 9, 2011 Background One of the most important challenges in the study of aging is to discover compounds with longevity-promoting activities and to unravel their underlying mechanisms. Royal jelly (RJ) has been reported to possess diverse beneficial properties. Furthermore, protease-treated RJ (pRJ) has additional pharmacological activities. Exactly how RJ and pRJ exert these effects and which of their components...

Bees Still Love Obama: White House Hive Awash in Honey

Bee hives thrive in urban areas, ignoring politics. Good advice, eh?Washington Whispers (usnews.com)By PAUL BEDARDPosted: August 17, 2011At least the White House honey bees are sticking with the president. Set in some of Washington's lushest gardens and tree groves, and right next to first lady Michelle Obama's veggie patch, the single South Lawn hive has produced a record 225 and a half pounds of honey this year, nearly double its first year production."It's just craziness," says White House carpenter and bee keeper Charlie Brandts. "They did really well this year." While it's common for...