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"Effects of Chinese Ginseng Root and Stem-leaf saponins on Learning, Memory, and Biogenic Monoamines of Brain in Rats. Wang A; et al. Chung Kuo Chung Yao Tsa Chih, 1995 August, 20(8):493-495. This study found that 50 mg/kg x 7d of ginseng root saponins enhanced the memory and learning of male rats. The same dosage of ginseng stem-leaf saponins had even stronger effects on antielectroconvulsive shock-induced memory impairment." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"Alfalfa plant saponins and fiber^ bind quantities of cholesterol in vitro; sprout saponins interact to a lesser degree. In vitro bile acid adsorption is greatest for the whole alfalfa plant, and this activity is not reduced by the removal of saponins from the plant material. In one study, the ability of alfalfa to reduce liver cholesterol accumulation in cholesterol-fed rats was enhanced by the removal of saponins. Therefore, alfalfa plant saponins appear to play an important role in neutral steroid excretion, but are not essential for increasing bile acid excretion." - Ara Dermarderosian, Guide to Popular Natural Products (Get the book.)

"This study found that 50 mg/kg x 7d of ginseng root saponins enhanced the memory and learning of male rats. The same dosage of ginseng stem-leaf saponins had even stronger effects on antielectroconvulsive shock-induced memory impairment. Bipolar Disorder_ Pronounced Cognitive Deficits Following an Intravenous L-Tryptophan Challenge in First-Degree Relatives of Bipolar Patients Compared to Healthy Controls. Sobczak S; Honig; et al. Neuropharmacology, 2003 April, 28(4):711-719." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"The active ingredients in beans that seem to play a protective role include three distinguished phytochemicals: saponins, protease inhibitors, and phytic acid. According to the AICR, they protect cells from the type of genetic damage that can lead to cancer. Laboratory studies have shown saponins' ability to inhibit the reproduction of cancer cells and slow the growth of tumors in several types of tissues. Protease inhibitors seem to slow the division of cancer cells and help prevent tumors from releasing substances called proteases that destroy nearby cells." - Elaine Magee, Food Synergy: Unleash Hundreds of Powerful Healing Food Combinations to Fight Disease and Live Well (Get the book.)

"Adjuvant action of Chenopodium quinoa saponins on the induction of antibody responses to intragastric and intranasal administered antigens in mice. Comp Immunol Microbiol Infect Dis. 1998 Jul;21 (3):225-36. Raspberries www.raspberries.us; www.raspberryblackberry.com Casto, BC et al. Chemoprevention of oral cancer by black raspberries. Anticancer Res. 2002 Nov-Dec;22(6C):4005-4015. Chen T, Hwang H, Rose ME, Nines RG, Stoner GD." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.)

"The same dosage of ginseng stem-leaf saponins had even stronger effects on antielectroconvulsive shock-induced memory impairment. Bipolar Disorder_ Pronounced Cognitive Deficits Following an Intravenous L-Tryptophan Challenge in First-Degree Relatives of Bipolar Patients Compared to Healthy Controls. Sobczak S; Honig; et al. Neuropharmacology, 2003 April, 28(4):711-719. The researchers investigated the effects of an intravenous tryptophan challenge and placebo on cognitive performance in 30 healthy first-degree relatives of bipolar patients." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"Consume More Saponins A high intake of vegetables increases the consumption of a group of natural chemicals called saponins, which have immune-stimulating and antibiotic effects. saponins are the latest in a long list of plant chemicals that are not considered nutrients, the way that vitamins are, because no deficiency state has been identified, but which promote health. In plants, saponins seem to function as natural antibiotics, protecting the plant against microbial parasites. In humans, they may thwart cancer and ward off infection." - Leo Galland, Power Healing: Use the New Integrated Medicine to Cure Yourself (Get the book.)

"The study showed the potential of quinoa saponins as "helpers" for vaccines. Tips on Using Quinoa SELECTION AND STORAGE: • Quinoa products on the market include flour, pasta, flakes, brown, black, and red one hundred percent grain. • Quinoa flour and grains should be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Use the grains within a year and flour within 3 months. PREPARATION AND SERVING SUGGESTIONS: • Rinse quinoa before use to remove any of the powdery residue (saponin) that remains on the seeds." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.) "Guava contains an amazing amount of phytochemicals including tannins, phenols, triterpenes, flavonoids, essential oils, saponins, carotenoids, and lectins. The leaves of guava are also rich in flavonoids, in particular quercetin, which has demonstrated antibacterial activity and is thought to contribute to the antidiarrheal effect of guava. Home Remedies Guava leaves have been used as a remedy for diarrhea for their supposed antimicrobial properties. Leaves were chewed to cure bleeding gums and bad breath too." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.)

"Saponins as anticar-cinogens. J. Nutr. 125, 717S-724S. 238. Kennedy, A. R. (1998). The Bowman-Birk inhibitor from soybeans as an anticarcinogenic agent. Am. J. Clin. Nutr. 68, 1406S-1412S. 239. Wyatt, C. J., Carballido, S. P., and Mendez, R. O. (1998). Alpha- and gamma-tocopherol content of selected foods in the Mexican diet: Effect of cooking losses. J. Agric. Food Chem. 46, 4657-4661. 240. Heilbrun, L. K, Nomura, A., and Stemmermann, G. N. (1986). Black tea consumption and cancer risk: A prospective study. Br. J. Cancer 54, 677-683. 241. Jian, L., Xie, L. P., Lee, A. H., and Binns, C. W." - Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease (Get the book.) "Although soy products and isoflavones are of particular interest, legumes contain other bioactive microconstituents, including saponins, protease inhibitors, inositol hexa-phosphate, 7-tocopherol, and phytosterols; mechanisms by which each of these compounds can inhibit carcinogenesis have been proposed [220, 232, 233, 237-239]. d. Tea. A few studies have examined the relationship between tea consumption and prostate cancer risk, and the findings have been inconsistent." - Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease (Get the book.)

"But now researchers are looking at the other sulfur compounds in garlic (including DADS and SAC, S-allylcysteine), as well as nonsulfur components like the phytochemicals saponins. I suspect that, as with many plant foods, the many different compounds in whole garlic and onions offer better protection because they interact with each other in complex ways that are not yet known or understood. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, some research suggests that four to five cloves of garlic a week may be ideal for health. That's definitely doable without resorting to supplements." - Elaine Magee, Food Synergy: Unleash Hundreds of Powerful Healing Food Combinations to Fight Disease and Live Well (Get the book.)

"The chemical constituents include alkaloids, saponins, phyto-sterols, and many minerals. As an emmenagogue that promotes the onset of menstrual flow, it would seem odd to use it as a treatment for men-orrhagia. Yet, traditionally, blue cohosh, when used with other astringent herbs, acts as a uterine tonic and in fact helps to regulate the menses and the amount of flow. Astringent and uterine tonic herbs can be used in combination formulations and used for weeks to several months. Use as a tea, liquid extract, or powdered capsule." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.)

"There is some suspicion that saponins may have cancer-protective or cancer-fighting activity. saponins protect soybeans from predators and insects, but according to research from Keith Singletary, Ph.D., at the University of Illinois, they may also help protect people from colon cancer. Tempeh has a nutty mushroom flavor and can be sliced and sauteed till the surface is golden brown. It can also be used in soups, salads, and sandwiches. Any recipe that works with mushrooms will work with tempeh as well." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"Shepherd's purse is a mild astringent that contains saponins, choline, acetylcholine, and tyramine, all likely to be helpful in female reproductive health.21 Chemical analysis shows thai: it can coagulate blood.22 Its best use is in combination with other astringent and hemostatic herbs for uterine bleeding, particularly when there is extremely heavy flow. Shepherd's purse is a good choice for both semi-acute situations and chronic recurring episodes of DUB. Uterine Tonics. In traditional herbal medicine, uterine tone determines the ease of menstrual flow." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.)

"You may see "suds" when the seeds are swished in water—that is the saponins being removed. In South America the saponin which is removed from the quinoa is used as detergent for washing clothes and as an antiseptic to promote healing of skin injuries. • Toast the grain in a dry skillet for five minutes before cooking to give it a delicious roasted flavor. • Be careful not to add too much water or cook it too long, since quinoa can become mushy. Quinoa only takes about fifteen minutes to cook! • It is excellent in hot casseroles, pilafs, soups, stews, and stir-fries, or cold in salads." - David W. Grotto, RD, LDN, 101 Foods That Could Save Your Life! (Get the book.)

"Laboratory studies have shown saponins' ability to inhibit the reproduction of cancer cells and slow the growth of tumors in several types of tissues. Protease inhibitors seem to slow the division of cancer cells and help prevent tumors from releasing substances called proteases that destroy nearby cells. Slowing down the progression of tumors is phytic acid's contribution. In one recent case-control study involving 3,237 men, the men who ate the most beans had a 38 percent lower risk of prostate cancer than subjects who ate the least." - Elaine Magee, Food Synergy: Unleash Hundreds of Powerful Healing Food Combinations to Fight Disease and Live Well (Get the book.)

"Pfaffocides and othet saponins, which help stop diseases already in progress. • The plant hormones sitosterol and stigmasterol, which prevent cholesterol absorption and improve blood circulation. • Alantoin, which helps accelerate healing. • And most important of all: Germanium. Suma has one of the highest concentrations of Ge-132 of any plant known. What's the big deal with Ge-132? It was actually discovered about 20 years ago by a Japanese research chemist named Kazuhiko Asai. Its full name is bis-Carboxyethylgermanium Sesquioxide (or Germanium Sesquioxide, for short)." - Jon Barron, Lessons from The Miracle Doctors: A Step-by-Step Guide to Optimum Health and Relief from Catastrophic Illness (Get the book.)

"Constituents Vitamin B, vitamin C, chromium, manganese, essential oils (borneol, carvacrol, cymol, linalool, phenol, thymol), bitter principle, tannin, flavonoids (api-genin, luteolin), saponins, triterpenic acids Energetic Correspondences • Flavor: pungent, mildly bitter • Temperature: warm • Moisture: dry • Polarity: yang • Planet: Mars/Venus • Element: fire/water Contraindications Avoid therapeutic doses during pregnancy. Range and Appearance Thyme, native to Europe, Asia, and northern Africa but widely cultivated, is a semi woody plant growing to between 6 and 8 inches in height." - Brigitte Mars, A.H.G., The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide (Get the book.)

"In laboratory experiments, saponins from soy reduced the incidence of aberrant crypt foci, an important indicator of colon cancer. Researchers believe that saponins exert their effects during the initiation phase of cancer development, working through several mechanisms. These include preventing cholesterol oxidation in the colon, reducing the formation of secondary bile products, scavenging free radicals, and stimulating overall immune function. Like phytosterols, saponins are broken down by friendly bacteria (acidophilus and others) in the large intestine." - Robert S. McCaleb, Evelyn Leigh, and Krista Morien, The Encyclopedia of Popular Herbs (Get the book.)

"The Miraculous Yucca Extract Yucca root contains steroidal saponins, which are natural detergents found in many plants, especially certain desert plants, such as Yucca schidigera. Its extract has traditionally been used as an intestinal cleanser, which may explain the vast array of its benefits." - Andreas Moritz, Timeless Secrets of Health & Rejuvenation: Unleash The Natural Healing Power That Lies Dormant Within You (Get the book.)

"Astragalus, like many other toxic herbs used in China, contains triterpenoid saponins. These compounds are analogous to the steroid hormones of the animal world. They have a steroidlike molecule attached to one or more sugar groups.19 Similar types of triterpenoid saponins have been found in ginseng. These saponins are known as astragalosides, and so far, eight have been described. Besides the saponin, a polysaccharide known as as-tragalar is known to have immunological activity." - Henry Pasternak, D.V.M., C.V.A., Healing Pets With Nature's Miracle Cures (Get the book.)

"Internally, many saponins have direct medicinal effects such as those found in Ginseng, Horse Chestnut, Licorice, and Wild Yam. Other saponins are quite toxic (sapotoxins). With few exceptions, saponins are readily soluble in water and also soluble in dilute alcohol. Starches Starches are one of the most important derivatives of plant cells. They are insoluble in ordinary solvents, but swell in boiling water to form a peculiar jelly-like or mucilaginous paste (starch paste). Examples: Cornstarch, Arrowroot, Tapioca." - James Green, The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook (Get the book.)

"Among the edible legumes, soybeans contain the highest amounts of saponins. Soya saponins are a diverse family of cancer-zapping chemicals, which are structurally similar to the primary chemopreventive ingredient in licorice. saponins, which are toxic to tumor cells, inhibit DNA synthesis in tumor cells, thereby decreasing tumor cell growth. People in Asian countries consume many fermented soybean products." - J. Robert Hatherill, Eat To Beat Cancer: A Research Scientist Explains How You and Your Family Can Avoid Up to 90% of All Cancers (Get the book.)

"Other Names: Common Sandspurry, Sabline Rouge, Sandwort ACTIONS AND PHARMACOLOGY COMPOUNDS Triterpene saponins Resins EFFECTS The herb has diuretic effects. INDICATIONS AND USAGE Arenaria Rubra is used for conditions of the urinary tract, such as cystitis, dysuria and urinary calculus. PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE EFFECTS No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. DOSAGE Mode of Administration: The herb is used internally as a liquid extract. LITERATURE Kern W, List PH, Horhammer L (Hrsg." - Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D., PDR for Herbal Medicines (Get the book.)

"Triterpenoid saponins represent a particular class of saponins, some of which have a strengthening effect on the adrenal gland where they mimic the activity of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). This is an important action for relieving many stress problems. They are also reputed to promote blood circulation and improve oxygen utilization. Ginseng root (ren shen / Panax ginseng), licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), and bupleurum root (chai hu IB. chinensis) contain triterpenoid saponins." - Alan Keith Tillotson, Ph.D., A.H.G., D.Ay., The One Earth Herbal Sourcebook: Everything You Need to Know About Chinese, Western, and Ayurvedic Herbal Treatments (Get the book.)

"Mullein: Primarily used as a soothing upper respiratory decongestant and expectorant, mullein contains several active constituents: iridoids, which act to decrease the amount of discharge; saponins, which encourage mucus movement from the lungs; and mucilages, which soothe the respiratory tract. Infuse 2 g of dry herb in 1 cup of water for 10 minutes. Drink 3 cups a day. Elder: This gentle, wonderful tasting herb, is a popular remedy for children. Elder has long been used as a remedy for any condition where large amounts of mucus are produced." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

"Effects of Panax Ginseng saponins on Male Fertility," Panminerva Medica, Vol 38, No. 4 (Dec. 1996); 249-254. 37 Choi, YD., et al. "In Vitro and in Vivo Experimental Effect of Korean Red Ginseng on Erection," Journal of Urology, Vol. 162, No. 4 (Oct. 1999); 1508-1511. 38 Fahim, M.S., et al. "Effect of Panax Ginseng on Testosterone Level and Prostate in Male Rats," Archives of Andrology, Vol. 8, No. 4 (June 1982); 261-263. 39 Aphale, A., et al. " - James Occhiogrosso, N. D., Your Prostate, Your Libido, Your Life (Get the book.)

"Astragalus: The flavonoids, polysaccharides, and saponins in astragalus enhance immunity by increasing antioxidant activity and the destruction of the offending virus. Boil 2 tsp of root in 1 cup of water for 20 minutes. Drink this tea, or take 3 ml of tincture, once a day. EAR INFECTION DIAGNOSIS The ear is a very delicate part of the body, and if it becomes infected it can be incredibly painful. The ear is divided into three areas: the outer ear, the middle ear, and the inner ear. The lining of the ear canal is lubricated by wax, which helps keep the ear clean and free from infection." - Marshall Editions, 1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses (Get the book.)

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