Tag: California Shrub

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This California plant may hold promise for treating Alzheimer's

New York: A potent neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory chemical in a native California shrub may lead to treatment for Alzheimer’s disease, say researchers. The plant called Yerba santa, dubbed as “holy herb” in Spanish by native California tribes, has long been used to treat respiratory ailments, fever and headaches as well as for wounds, sore muscles […]

  • Tuesday, 04 May 2021
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