Yunvjian Improves Glucose and Insulin Function in Diabetic Rats by Regulating Gastric Emptying Function.

Background: Diet acts on the human body through digestion in the stomach and absorption in the intestines. Thus, the emptying of the stomach should be the focus of the research mechanism of the combined medicine and food treatment of diabetes. The emptying function of the stomach and the secretion of related hormones may be the key points of traditional Chinese medicine.

Traditional chinese medicine for diabetic retinopathy: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been used to treat diabetic complications including diabetic retinopathy for many years.

Objectives: This review was performed to systematically assess the efficacy and safety of TCM for treating non- proliferative diabetic retinopathy (NPDR).

Methods: Retrieval from 7 electronic databases was conducted to determine eligible trials published until March 1, 2018.

Effectiveness of Acupuncture for Early Recovery of Bowel Function in Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of acupuncture therapy to reduce the duration of postoperative ileus (POI) and to enhance bowel function in cancer patients.

Methods: A systematic search of electronic databases for studies published from inception until January 2017 was carried out from six databases. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving the use of acupuncture and acupressure for POI and bowel function in cancer patients were identified.