(Natural News) The adverse side effects and high costs associated with most prescription drugs have turned people towards using cheaper and safer alternatives like herbal remedies. However, not all natural remedies are already proven effective, so it’s important to go for ones that are backed with scientific studies. One herbal remedy that has been shown by researchers from Malawi […]

(Natural News) Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spectabilis) seems to get the best of both worlds – they are not only beautiful, they also have potential therapeutic uses. Unfortunately, many people often overlook these benefits, and the plant is usually limited to being ornamental. Its vibrant colored leaves, which people often mistake as flowers, are rich in compounds that […]

(Natural News) Too much of anything is bad for you. This includes sugar, which can disrupt your health and lead to diseases if consumed in excess. A Center for Basic Metabolic Research news article even warns that eating too much sugar could aggravate existing problems with heart rate. This piece of advice comes from a […]

(Natural News) With five percent of the population worldwide having diabetes mellitus, the disease continues to be a considerable cause of concern. Countless studies have been aimed at finding natural sources for potent antidiabetic agents. One of the plants that researchers from Annamalai University have discovered to have antidiabetic potential is the loop-rot mangrove (Rhizophora […]

(Natural News) Many people eat foods rich in sugar while they are studying to stay awake. However, recent studies have shown that too much sugar is actually bad for brain health. A group of German researchers published a paper in the journal Neurology that established a direct relationship between elevated sugar levels and reduced brain size. […]

(Natural News) The sugar industry in the U.S. thrives at a whopping $100 billion in annual revenue. That is because Americans consume an average of 150 lbs of sugar  per year. Most people are aware of the adverse effects of excessive sugar consumption such as obesity, diabetes, and cancer. However, what is known as well-known is that high […]