The skin is the largest organ in the human body. It protects the body as a barrier from external stimuli such as particulate matter, chemicals, and ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Ultraviolet radiation from sunlight is one of the main environmental factors that cause skin damage, a process called photoaging. It can cause sunburn, erythema, skin aging, […]
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Lung cancer is the second most common cancer worldwide, and the number of cases continues to increase yearly. It causes long-term coughing and chest infections and is one of the deadliest cancers. Conventional chemotherapy and radiation therapy cause serious problems such as decreased white blood cell count, increased risk of infection, and burden on heart […]
In recent years, Osteoarthritis (OA) has become one of the most common disorders among the elderly, especially women. Articular cartilage covering the joint surface mainly includes chondrocytes, extra-articular type 2 collagen, and proteoglycan (glycoprotein). Articular cartilage has no blood circulation or nerve fiber distribution. Cartilage degeneration and wear occur due to mechanical stimulation and similar […]
Oral cancer is one of the most common head and neck cancers. However, the frequency of occurrence is about 1 to 3% of all cancers, which is not very high. Unlike other cancers, early detection is easy in such types of cancers because the affected area can be seen directly. Sadly, people hardly notice or […]
An osteosarcoma is a diverse group of malignant spindle cell tumors characterized by the formation of immature bone called osteoid. In this condition, the treatment with painful side effects often lasts a year or more. On a positive note, Fucoidan a natural supplement is known to aid in many similar diagnoses. Fucoidan extracted brown algae […]
The function of saliva is to help digest food, and chewing well helps prevent overeating. It also has a cleansing action of washing away food debris and keeping the mouth clean, neutralizing the oral cavity, and preventing tooth decay. Researchers have discovered many bacteria are in the mouth, and substances such as lysozyme and lactoferrin […]
In “The Human Microbiome,” the University of Washinton mentioned that the microbiome is a community of microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, and viruses that exist in a specific environment. Bacteria in our microbiome digest our food, regulate our immune system, protect against other disease-causing bacteria, and help produce vitamins such as B vitamins B12, thiamine, […]
In spite of promising results, traditional anticancer therapies decrease the patient’s Quality of life (QOL) with selective eradication and associated side effects. Hence, I would like to share the fucoidan’s effect that positively increases cancer patients’ Quality of life through the following study, “An Exploratory Study on the Anti-inflammatory Effects of Fucoidan in Relation to […]
The liver is a vital organ that regulates biological functions to maintain the body’s homeostasis. The liver has three primary functions. The first is the synthesis and storage of nutrients necessary for our body. The second is the detoxification and decomposition of harmful substances. Finally, the third is the synthesis and secretion of bile essential […]
Fucoidan is a sulfated polysaccharide rich in fucose found in brown algae such as mozuku and kelp. Also, Fucoidan is a naturally occurring component with different physiological activities. Its benefits have been widely studied and especially recognized for its anti-cancer effects, such as colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, and breast cancer. As Cancer research has been […]