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Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 3:17am On Sep 20, 2012 |
Bananas prevent HIV infection Chemicals found in bananas are better at preventing HIV than two current synthetic anti-HIV drugs, according to new study. Your favorite oblong fruit might be even healthier than you realized. According to The Gazette (Montreal) newspaper, a new study has found that chemicals commonly found in bananas are as potent in preventing HIV as two synthetic anti-HIV drugs. Researchers say the findings could lead to a cheap new component for applied microbicides that prevent sexual transmission of HIV. The miracle substance in bananas is called BanLec, a type of lectin, which are the sugar-binding proteins found in a variety of plants. Scientists have long been interested in lectins because of their ability to halt the chain reaction that leads to certain viral infections. In the case of BanLec, it works by binding naturally to the sugar-rich envelope that encases the HIV virus, thus blocking its entry into the body. "The problem with some HIV drugs is that the virus can mutate and become resistant, but that's much harder to do in the presence of lectins," said lead author Michael D. Swanson. "Lectins can bind to the sugars found on different spots of the HIV-1 envelope, and presumably it will take multiple mutations for the virus to get around them." Swanson and his colleagues noted that even modest success in developing BanLec into a vaginal or anal microbicide could save millions of lives. In fact, 20 percent coverage with a microbicide that is only 60 percent effective against HIV may prevent up to 2.5 million HIV infections in three years. Furthermore, a BanLec ointment would be much cheaper to produce and distribute than most current anti-retroviral medications that require the production of synthetic components. One thing's for sure: new ways of stopping the transmission of HIV are desperately needed. Condoms are effective, but they are often used incorrectly or inconsistently, and in many cultures and developing countries women are not always in control of their sexual encounters. The introduction of a cheap, long-lasting, self-applied ointment derived naturally from bananas could change all of that. http://www.mnn.com/health/fitness-well-being/stories/bananas-prevent-hiv-infection 6 Likes |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 3:20am On Sep 20, 2012 |
Another article. http://www.naturalnews.com/031024_HIV_transmission_bananas.html Bananas, herbs may help prevent HIV transmission Sunday, January 16, 2011 by: Jonathan Benson, staff writer Learn more: http://www.naturalnews.com/031024_HIV_transmission_bananas.html#ixzz26yMLUEm5 (NaturalNews) A study published in the March 19, 2010, issue of The Journal of Biological Chemistry found that banana lectins, the proteins that bind to sugars, also bind to HIV-infected cells and prevent their replication and transmission. And several other studies have found similar anti-HIV effects from various herbs and plants like the hyssop herb, pine cone seed extracts, "pokeweed" extracts, Reishi mushrooms and even cannabis (marijuana). Researchers from the University of Michigan (UM) found in a laboratory study that banana lectins bind to HIV-infected cells and basically envelop them so that they cannot reproduce. So scientists are now working on a highly-concentrated extract of these lectins known as "Ban Tec" that they say may one day be widely used to prevent HIV transmission. Pine cone seeds contain a high lignan extract that has been shown not only to inhibit HIV transmission, but also reverse the damage caused to the body by HIV-infected white blood cells. The "pokeweed" plant and at least three other North American prairie plants have shown HIV-preventive effects as well. And plant sterols in general seem to protect healthy cells from being invaded by HIV. These and other details came from a recent report by FOX News. For treating HIV-related symptoms like "wasting syndrome" and neuropathy, cannabis, also known as marijuana, has proven itself to be highly effective. Cannabis spurs appetite in those with "wasting syndrome", helping them to eat more and gain weight, and it also reduces or completely eliminates the severe pain associated with neuropathy. And the Reishi mushroom, which is known for its powerful immune-boosting activity, is also a favorite among Chinese herbalists treating HIV because it can help improve overall condition and even potentially help reverse the disease altogether. Learn more: http://www.naturalnews.com/031024_HIV_transmission_bananas.html#ixzz26yMASFl3 2 Likes |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 3:20am On Sep 20, 2012 |
really?? wow I didn't knew that, that's a very interesting thread sabellah 1 Like |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 3:21am On Sep 20, 2012 |
linda_1: really?? wow I didn't know that, that's very interesting sebellah Yes indeed! |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Chanchit: 5:57am On Sep 20, 2012 |
So if you see people smoking igbo now, they are jst trying to prevent HIV. As for me #AMA chop banana banana# 3 Likes |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 6:18am On Sep 20, 2012 |
Chanchit: So if you see people smoking igbo now, they are jst trying to prevent HIV. As for me #AMA chop banana banana# lmaooooo |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by polokor60(m): 7:55am On Sep 20, 2012 |
fruits of any kind are always healthy to the human body.medical scienctist have a duty of discovery this useful micro components present in the fruits while humans should eat more fruits to stay healthy. 1 Like |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 1:18pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Avoid sex ohh no matter how much bananas you eat. I think this would change the price of bananas! 10 Likes |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by swtchicgurl: 1:20pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
ope oooooooooooooo even its shape suggests it! yea, it should change the price of bananas! 1 Like |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Afam4eva(m): 1:20pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
I just ordered for two trailer load of bananas Btw, if bananas can prevent HIV, why can't it cure it even if it means mixing it with something. What's our doctors/pharmacists even doing. get your hands dirty and find the cure to HIV/Aids. 1 Like |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by johnstar(m): 1:21pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Sounds interesting banana will b cheaper dan garri nw |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 1:22pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
jammyng: Avoid sex ohh no matter how much bananas you eat. looool but u r right ooo, Abstinence is the best way of prevention 1 Like |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Kx: 1:22pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
The price of garri has gone up, beans roof top, price of all stable food had skyrocketed. Ban Ban ban that had caused a sharp rise in the price of imported Apples and Strawberry. Why publish this article knowing that it could cause an increase in the cost of Banana that the masses use to "maintain", Why? |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 1:23pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
polokor60: fruits of any kind are always healthy to the human body.medical scienctist have a duty of discovery this useful micro components present in the fruits while humans should eat more fruits to stay healthy. Spot on! |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Gwekzy: 1:24pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Na Which Banana Dem mean? 1 Like |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by SisiKill1: 1:24pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Hehehehe....why did the image of Africans Chowing down on bananas like there is no tomorrow.... flash in my head? I ain't saying nothing but . . Africans. . . Banana. . .ya know. |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 1:25pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
swtchicgurl: ope oooooooooooooo its shape now dirty mind! never underestimate the power of banana , i try eating at least one a day, it gives lot of energy |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 1:25pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Eat a Bunch of Banana before Sex - #Dr. HQ's Recommendation. Mehn, the future is bright. But I'm thinking one thing. Research in the "prevent HIV" is making much headway than in the "Cure" angle. Existing patients go vex o?! (A new world-wide group of MEND, may ensue) |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by IleIfe2(m): 1:25pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
linda_1: really?? wow I didn't knew that, that's a very interesting thread sabellah now you know |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by tunapawizzy: 1:27pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
swtchicgurl: ope oooooooooooooo badt somebody |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Klectic: 1:27pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
i think im going into banana farming now oo i know it will sell faster than condoms nw that this is out [color=#000000][/color] 1 Like |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Greenslim: 1:29pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Compound Marrow is filled with some many benefits to our health with easy of use and body absorption. |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 1:30pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Gwekzy: Na Which Banana Dem mean? the yellow fruit one nau ! Now if u wanna try the other type without skin, u ll c consequences |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Standing5(m): 1:30pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Flesh Banana causes the thing and Fruit Banana prevents it . . . wow So girls can now wound their flesh anyhow they want as long as dem dey chop the right combo of banana!!! |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 1:31pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Sisi_Kill: Hehehehe....why did I have a sudden image of African Chowing down on bananas like there is no tomorrow.... flash in my head? lmaooooo |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Nobody: 1:32pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
abeg people keep protecting yourself ooo banana won't do it all alone. 1 Like |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by teeboss(m): 1:34pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
wow!!! The price of cassava products is about to have high competition with this new discovery |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by mkmyers45(m): 1:35pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Its a nice feeling to see science forging ahead to solve and correct human problems... |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by Jumong01(m): 1:36pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
That one no mean say pple shuld start ving sex any how because of bannana.TOO MUCH OF BANNANA CAN CAUSE CANCER OOO.SO BE WARNED. |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by maclatunji: 1:36pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
afam4eva: I just ordered for two trailer load of bananas LMFSO! The price of Bananas might increase if this transforms into urban myth. Banana growers worldwide may just end-up smiling to the bank. |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by solaceguy(m): 1:41pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
K 2 Likes |
Re: Natural Compound In Bananas Prevents HIV Transmission by chucky234(m): 1:42pm On Sep 20, 2012 |
Gwekzy: Na Which Banana Dem mean?Na the unripe ones oooo 1 Like |
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