Smilax glabra is a plant that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine. Smilax has not been shown to treat or prevent cancer. Lab studies show that this plant has anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties. However, clinical studies have not been conducted and it is not known if the same effects would occur in humans. Anticancer effects of Smilax glabra may be due to its ability to induce apoptosis which is a type of cell death. The process of apoptosis may be blocked in cancer cells. Email us at info@icrmc.org and check out our home website www.icrmc.org at the Institute of Cancer Restorative Medicine to tell us about any dietary supplements you’re taking, such as herbs, vitamins, minerals, and natural or home remedies. We will be available to help you out. Remember that a good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures for anything.
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Smilax glabra rhizome (tu fu ling) on white background. Chinese herbal medicine. -
