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08/15/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Cadmium and zinc exhibited strong bioaccumulation and mobility capacity from soil to rice
In this study, Chinese researchers investigated the bioaccumulation and transfer of heavy metals from soil to plants, as well as the effects of soil properties on these events. They reported their findings in an article published in the journal Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica, Section B — Soil & Plant Science. The researchers conducted their study on a […]
08/11/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
High levels of toxicants from plastic products found in stranded dolphins and whales
Consumer waste like plastics pose a huge threat to marine life for various reasons. Apart from their durability and slow biodegradability, plastics also contain and attract toxic contaminants that can accumulate inside aquatic animals if they’re ingested. Over the past few decades, scientists have been sounding the alarm on the increasing amount of plastics found polluting the world’s oceans. A new […]
07/27/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Algerian thyme and lesser calamint essential oils are excellent weed biocontrol agents, reports study
Thyme and calamint are two herbs from the mint (Labiatae) family used in both food and natural medicine. A culinary staple even to this day, thyme is widely used as a seasoning and as medicine for whooping cough, sore throat, arthritis, stomach issues and skin disorders, among others. Thyme also yields a sweet-smelling essential oil that’s used […]
07/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Essential oils from T. fontanesii and S. calamintha could be used for weed biocontrol
In this study, researchers from Algeria evaluated the phytotoxicity of essential oils extracted from two Labiatae (mint) species, namely, Thymus fontanesii and Satureja calamintha. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. T. fontanesii (Algerian thyme) and S. calamintha (lesser calamint) essential oils were tested against some of the most harmful weeds in Algeria. These included Sinapis arvensis (wild mustard), Avena […]
05/10/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Lead in the water? It might be due to manganese
Lead in the water is one of the most common reasons of heavy metal poisoning in children. This toxic substance ends up in drinking water when plumbing materials, such as old pipes, faucets and fixtures that contain lead corrode. Corrosion, or the wearing away of metal, can be caused by many factors, such as high […]
05/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Biodynamic preparations could have a positive effect on the chemical compounds of mulberry leaves
White mulberry (Morus alba) is a small tree native to Northern China that produces white-colored berries. Its leaves are well-known not only for their medicinal uses, but also for serving as food for silkworms. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the different parts of white mulberry are used to treat a variety of illnesses. White mulberry […]
02/26/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Applying biofertilizers can increase growth of Panax ginseng
Researchers from the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences analyzed the changes in soil microbial communities under biofertilizer treatment and evaluated the effects of biofertilizers on potentially harmful taxa to Panax ginseng. The results of their study were published in the journal Chinese Medicine. P. ginseng is widely used as a functional food and traditional Chinese medicine. […]
12/17/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Exposure to pesticides linked to elevated blood pressure, says study
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a common condition linked to heart disease. It is determined by the volume of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries. When the arteries narrows but the amount of blood the heart pumps remains the same, the resulting force exerted against the […]
11/26/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Researchers examine biomarkers for hypertension, pesticide exposure in children from Ecuador
In this study, researchers from the University of California, San Diego and the University of Minnesota examined the association of time following a heightened agricultural production period – the Mother’s Day flower harvest in May – with children’s blood pressure. Their findings were published in the journal Environmental Research. Agricultural pesticide spray periods increase pesticide exposure for children […]
09/12/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The grass is always greener (and the soil is healthier) on the side of conservation agriculture
Conservation agriculture (CA) practices are adaptable and can be customized to the requirements of crops and local conditions. While this farming system considers soil health and the impact it has on the ecosystem, it is not without its disadvantages. The early days of CA implementation may present various problems, such as nitrogen immobilization and weed interference. Both […]
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