Why Plants Stop Growing—and How to Kickstart Them Again As plants age, they stop producing new growth, stop flowering, and their leaves stop making protein and chlorophyll. Eventually, the leaves
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ManureManure
Manure: What Makes It Fertile? Everyone knows manure is animal excrement. But what many don’t know is why some types work better than others in the garden. Why Bird Manure
Potting SoilPotting Soil
The Truth About Potting Soils and Why Plants Struggle in Them Potting soils or mixes were never meant to replace topsoil as a primary growth medium. Over time, though, people
Fish OilFish Oil
Advertising’s Role in the Popularity of Fish Oil Fertilizers Fish oil and emulsion have long been viewed as valuable fertilizers due to the influence of advertising. Over time, marketing shaped
Nitrogen CycleNitrogen Cycle
Essential Nutrients for Plant Growth Plants, like all organisms, require essential nutrients to survive. These include carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, and phosphorus. While trace minerals are also necessary, they are generally
Topically Applied Anti-Viral AgentsTopically Applied Anti-Viral Agents
Introduction of Medicinal Compounds via the Skin Introducing medicinal compounds through the skin offers a promising solution for controlling the spread of infectious diseases. Many antiviral agents in medicinal plants
Aspirin and Topical Pain Relief Products RevisitedAspirin and Topical Pain Relief Products Revisited
NSAIDs and Their Mechanism of Action Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), and acetaminophen (Tylenol) are powerful over-the-counter drugs. These medications inhibit the
The Extraction of Medicinal Compoundsfrom Fruits and VegetablesThe Extraction of Medicinal Compoundsfrom Fruits and Vegetables
Medicinal Compounds in Plants and Vegetables Many herbs, medicinal plants, and certain fruits and vegetables contain compounds that can prevent, treat, or reduce the severity of both acute and chronic
Infectious Disease,Traditional Medicines and MicroemulsionsInfectious Disease,Traditional Medicines and Microemulsions
Introduction to the Problem According to the World Health Organization, global mortality from infectious and somatic diseases—such as HIV, tuberculosis (TB), malaria, cancer, and heart disease—is on the rise. In
How the HIV Virus Takes Over the Immune SystemHow the HIV Virus Takes Over the Immune System
Understanding the Complex Biology and Progression of HIV/AIDS HIV/AIDS remains one of the most complex and deeply studied diseases in modern medical science. To better understand its origins, progression, and