Annals of Traditional Chinese Medicine is home to a long list of alternative therapies. Those who come in the form of additional widely in the field of herbal medicine. Here is news of the grass very powerful sound, which could have enormous benefits for human medicine. His name is “Lei Gong Teng.” Or, in other words, the “thunder god vine.” And it may block cancer.

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine have discovered that the product isolated from the thunder god vine works by blocking something in the genetic pathway in our cells. The report suggests that herbal agents can be so powerful that new cancer drugs can be developed from it.

Thunder God vine has been used for hundreds of years to treat several conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis. The plant is known for its ability to reduce inflammation, suppression of an overactive immune system and potentially fight tumors. In 1972, scientists discovered the active ingredient, “triptolide” which prevents the growth of cells. But only now we know how.

Triptolide has been shown in animal studies for cancer and arthritis effectively. It has also been shown to block growth of cells in the body, causing even some cell lines to die. This, of course, would be very useful when fighting cells invaded by cancer.

Triptolide has been shown in animal studies for cancer and arthritis effectively. It has also been shown to block growth of cells in the body, causing even some cell lines to die. This, of course, would be very useful when fighting cells invaded by cancer.

The researchers analyzed the amount of new DNA, RNA and proteins are produced in cells. Some cells treated with triptolide for one hour and found they have much longer to have an effect on levels of novel proteins and DNA. However, almost immediately blocked the creation of new RNA. Without being too technical (since the study of molecules in the human body becomes quite complex), researchers have tried to find out which group of enzymes and proteins that affect triptolide. And thereby preventing cell growth.

It is important to know exactly how it works, so that other medications can be created that address the same. Finally, the researchers found that triptolide directly blocks the activity of a particular protein, “XPB. Supported the subsequent investigation revealed triptolide-related chemicals were effective in reducing activity and growth XPB cells stop.

This, they say, how the vine god of thunder can turn against inflammation and cancer. The future of cancer therapy may be partly in the folds of this Chinese herb widely available in health food stores and pharmacies. However, please note that the products currently available are not necessarily safe or appropriate for use. Talk to your doctor before trying the thunder god vine. Many parts of the plant are toxic and god of thunder, if not extracted by a reliable source, can be fatal. The god of thunder successfully extract may also cause side effects such as diarrhea, respiratory infections, rashes and hair loss. You may want to wait for a good quality, American-made extract is available.

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