American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora): an ancient remedy for today’s anxiety?

doi:10.12968/BJOW.2010.1.4.49168

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American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora): an ancient remedy for today’s anxiety?

Published Jul 1, 2010 · C. Brock, Julie M. Whitehouse, I. Tewfik

British Journal of Wellbeing

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Abstract

Anxiety is a common but potentially serious disorder as it can lead to somatic and social dysfunction. Orthodox anxiolytics are associated with unpleasant side-effects and dependency. American skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is a popular herb in traditional medicine systems and the western materia medica for anxiety and related disorders. Preliminary clinical and in vitro research provides encouraging support for its potential as a safe, well-tolerated and effective alternative.

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American skullcap shows potential as a safe, well-tolerated, and effective alternative to orthodox anxiolytics for anxiety and related disorders.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

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Molecular characterization of flavonoid biosynthetic genes and accumulation of baicalin, baicalein, and wogonin in plant and hairy root of Scutellaria lateriflora

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