(Natural News) Many plants, including fruits and vegetables, are known for their medicinal properties. These properties come from active compounds called metabolites that plants produce either through metabolism or to aid in that process. Plant metabolites exhibit different activities; while some are able to fight inflammation or kill microbes, others can effectively halt oxidation and delay cellular […]

(Natural News) With ever-increasing numbers of people dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia, people are looking for ways to prevent themselves and their loved ones from having to face these horrific diseases. While traditional, medical treatments have little to offer, there are some natural treatments that have the potential to help protect against cognitive impairment. For […]

(Natural News) The medicinal herb called yerba santa (Eriodictyon californicum) contains a compound that may be able to reduce harmful swelling in the brain. Researchers said the plant-based chemical shows promise as a potential natural treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Native to California, yerba santa means “holy herb” in Spanish. Yerba santa is traditionally used as a natural remedy for headaches, fevers, […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from the Jagiellonian University Medical College in Poland evaluated the total antioxidant capacity of food intake among the elderly in Krakow, Poland; the contribution of particular food products in Dietary Antioxidant Index (DAI); the consumption of all dietary fats by the elderly; and the frequency of their fats consumption. […]

(Natural News) With three quarters of American adults deficient in vitamin D, it might be tempting to dismiss this condition as something that is common and therefore not a big deal. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Here’s a look at why vitamin D matters more than you think if you want to […]

(Natural News) Menopause is a female-exclusive condition associated with hormonal symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, sleep problems, and weight gain. While menopause is often attributed to hormonal changes caused by aging, a recent study conducted by British researchers from the University of Leeds reported a surprising new finding: Menopausal age may be influenced by certain foods. […]

(Natural News) In many countries, people use mushrooms for medicinal or culinary purposes. A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease suggests that eating mushrooms regularly can help prevent cognitive decline. The health benefits of mushrooms Mushrooms are used in various cuisines, and they are considered as nutrient-rich ingredients. Mushrooms contain large amounts of antioxidants that […]

(Natural News) In a large-scale study of aging Chinese adults, researchers from the University of South Australia looked for possible correlations between the consumption of nuts and cognition levels of an aging population. They uncovered an inverse relationship between the number of nuts consumed and the decline of cognitive function in the participants. They published their […]

(Natural News) A new study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry suggests that carrots and green tea contain compounds which can reverse the symptoms Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from the University of Southern California investigated the effects of two compounds, namely, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and ferulic acid (FA), on mice that have been genetically modified to develop Alzheimer’s disease. EGCG is […]

(Natural News) Ashitaba, scientifically known as Angelica keiskei, is a large medicinal herb native to Japan. The Japanese consider the “plant of immortality” because taking it as medication can make older people look young and feel young despite their age. The use of ashitaba to prevent various illnesses is widespread in many regions in Asia, and early this […]