January, 2022

• 31 January

  The Chinese herbal formula Yi Yi Fu Zi Bai Jiang San is beneficial in colorectal cancer

  

  Background and purpose: The occurrence of colorectal cancer is associated with a variety of factors. Accumulating evidence shows that peripheral differentiation of regulatory T cells (Tregs) is critical in controlling tumorigenesis. Our previous studies demonstrated that the Yi Yi Fu Zi Bai Jiang San extract exerted potent anticancer activities by significantly …

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• 31 January

  Liu Zi Jue Qi Gong improves COPD

  

  Background: Liu zi jue is a traditional Qigong exercise that is commonly performed in China. However, the treatment effects of Liuzijue Qigong are controversial. The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the efficacy of Liuzijue Qigong in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Methods: Randomised controlled trials were identified …

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• 30 January

  The Chinese herb Hong Hua can treat depression

  

  Depression is characterized by indifferent and slow thinking, leading to highly unfavorable social and economic burden. Hong Hua is a traditional Chinese medicine and has many pharmacological properties, such as anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory activities. However, the underlying mechanism unraveling the effect of Hong Hua on depression is still unclear. Here, …

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• 30 January

  The Chinese herbal formula Wu Mei Wan is effective for ulcerative colitis

  

  Background: Evidence has shown that the traditional Chinese herbal medicine Wu Mei Wan has a protective effect on ulcerative colitis. Here, we studied the anti-inflammatory effects and potential mechanisms of Wu Mei Wan on chronic colitis in mice. Methods: A dextran sulfate sodium (DSS)-induced chronic colitis model and CD45RBhighCD4+ T cell transfer …

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• 29 January

  Acupuncture beats pharmacotherapy for anxiety and depression

  

  Background: Patients with functional gastrointestinal disorders also often have emotional symptoms, such as anxiety and depression. The main drugs used for the treatment of functional gastrointestinal disordersmainly target single gastrointestinal symptoms and are not effective in regulating emotional symptoms. Evidence has shown that acupuncture can relieve gastrointestinal symptoms in functional gastrointestinal …

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• 29 January

  Electroacupuncture benefits urinary incontinence and is safe to use

  

  Introductin and hypothesis: Mixed urinary incontinence comprises a combination of urgency and stress. The efficacy and safety of electroacupuncture for the treatment of mixed urinary incontinence remain unclear. Objective: To assess the efficacy and safety of electroacupuncture in treating mixed urinary incontinence. Methods: We searched PubMed, CENTRAL, Embase, Web of Science, four Chinese …

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• 29 January

  Electroacupuncture at Hegu (LI 4) and Zusanli (ST 36) improves IBS

  

  Background and aim: Patients with diarrhea-dominant irritable bowel syndrome experience abdominal pain and reduced quality of life and need effective treatments. This study aimed to evaluate whether transcutaneous electrical acustimulation at two acupuncture points, Hegu (LI 4) and Zusanli (ST 36), could improve pain and quality of life of patients with …

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• 29 January

  Auricular acupuncture as good as citalopram for depression

  

  Objectives: Major depressive disorder is one of the most common mental illnesses. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation compared with the effectiveness of citalopram, a commonly used antidepressant, in patients with depression. Material and methods: A total of 107 male and female patients with major …

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• 29 January

  Daoist fasting regulates glucose and cholesterol levels

  

  Background: Dynamic orchestration of metabolic pathways during continuous fasting remains unclear. Objective: We investigated the physiological effects of Bigu-style fasting and underlying metabolic reprogramming in healthy adults. Methods: We conducted a 5-d Bigu trial in 43 healthy subjects [age 23.2 ± 2.4 y; BMI (in kg/m2) 22.52 ± 1.79]. Physiological indicators and body …

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• 28 January

  Acupuncture is effective for functional gastrointestinal disorders

  

  Objectives: The therapeutic effect of acupuncture treatments on functional gastrointestinal disorders is contentious. A meta-analysis was conducted to assess the efficacy and safety of acupuncture for functional gastrointestinal disorders. Methods: The Cochrane Library, EMBASE, PUBMED, Web of Science, Wanfang Database, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, and VIP Database were searched through December 31, …

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