traditional chinese medicine Archives

Antidepressants & Iron Pathways: Targeting Ferroptosis to Treat Depression (2023 Review)

by GLOOM

Depression, a debilitating mental disorder, stands as a significant challenge to global health, potentially becoming the leading cause of disability worldwide. Recent research has unearthed a promising connection between ferroptosis, a newly discovered form of cell death, and the onset of depression, offering fresh avenues for developing innovative antidepressant therapies. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and …

Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs) for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) (2024 Review)

by GLOOM

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) represents a group of intestinal disorders that cause prolonged inflammation of the digestive tract, primarily including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Recent research has highlighted the vital role of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in mitigating IBD by maintaining intestinal health, regulating immune responses, and supporting the gut microbiome. Traditional Chinese Medicine …