Researchers at Newcastle University have recently discovered that Brazilian mint tea, brewed from the plant hyptis crenata, reduces response times to painful stimuli in mice. The researchers compared the tea to the drug Indometacin, which is similar to aspirin, suggesting that the tea could be as effective as commercial analgesics. The tea has been used traditionally by Latin American healers to relieve headaches, flu and fevers.
A survey of 975 people in the UK reported that 21% experienced pain every day or on most days; non-opiod analgesics are the first line of treatment on the World Health Organisation’s analgesic ladder. However, all of these drugs have side-effects; aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen may cause digestive disorders and paracetamol can place a strain on the liver. If researchers are able to isolate the compounds that provide the tea’s analgesic properties, they may have a valuable addition to the commercial analgesic pharmacy.
‘Detox’ has become one of the most misunderstood concepts in modern wellness. For many people, it brings to mind juice cleanses, restrictive diets or short-term resets promising quick results. Yet the body’s true detoxification systems are far more complex — and far more intelligent — than any cleanse.
Anxiety and gut health are closely linked through the gut–brain axis. Research suggests the gut microbiome, neurotransmitters and genetics may influence stress responses and emotional well-being. Exploring gut microbiome and nervous system insights can help build a more personalised understanding of anxiety.
Strange symptoms can puzzle anyone. Your body might show signs ranging from headaches and skin rashes to digestive problems and anxiety. Doctors sometimes struggle to explain these mysterious health issues that affect millions of people worldwide.
The vagina has its own ecosystem of beneficial bacteria, yeasts and viruses that support daily comfort and overall wellbeing. When this balance is disrupted, problems such as recurrent thrush, BV, irritation or discomfort can arise.
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