Soy, dried plum reverse bone loss
CM NEWS - Scientists may have found a dietary solution to reverse bone loss. A recent study indicates that a combination of soy protein, dried plum and substances used in making artificial sweeteners can restore bone mass in ovarian hormone deficient rats. Read more
Red yeast rice promotes bone formation
June 7, 2008
Filed under bone, cholesterol, dietary, healthy eating
CM NEWS - Red yeast rice, rice fermented with a special purple-red mold, has been known for its abilities to lower cholesterol and blood lipid levels. A recent study opens up the possible use of red yeast rice to stimulate bone formation, which might be good news for patients with osteoporosis. Read more
Astronauts test traditional Chinese medicines in space
September 3, 2007
Filed under TCM use
Xinhua - China’s astronauts have been testing new varieties of traditional Chinese medicine that could help treat osteoporosis, insomnia and improve immunity.
Doctors with the China Astronaut Research and Training Center say the new remedies will be prepared for sale after further tests during the country’s third manned space program in 2008. Read more
