September 2016 in “Medical Journal of Australia” Planting trees and doing yoga might make you feel better; yoga can help with asthma symptoms, and certain treatments can improve female hair loss.
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May 2021 in “Bulletin of the National Research Centre/Bulletin of the National Research Center” This review highlights that while scientific validation supports the traditional use of Musa paradisiaca (plantain) primarily for physiological conditions, data on its antiviral and in vivo antimicrobial efficacy is limited, yet its constituent compounds indicate potential for further drug development research.
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January 2021 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” This review details 171 plant taxa traditionally used in Turkey to treat boils, but reports no new clinical results; the authors assess the literature on biological activities of commonly used genera like Allium and Brassica.
October 2025 in “Lithuanian University of Health Sciences” This study documented 81 plant species used traditionally in Lithuania's Šiauliai District for treating skin diseases and cosmetic purposes, highlighting the continued relevance of plant-based remedies and the market demand for natural products.
July 2025 in “Chemistry & Biodiversity” This review compares the phytochemistry and pharmacological properties of Musa paradisiaca and Musa sapientum, highlighting their potential antidiabetic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects, as well as their use in traditional medicine for conditions like diabetes and inflammation.