(Natural News) A recent study published in the journal Nutrition Research evaluated daidzein, a natural isoflavone derived from soy, for its ability to promote bone growth. In particular, the scientists from the Logistics University of Chinese People’s Armed Police Force built on previous research on daidzein’s protective effects against osteoporosis. In particular, it was compared with estradiol, a synthetic […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in India investigated the composition and antibacterial activity of Indian wormwood essential oil against nine pathogenic strains. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. The researchers analyzed the composition of essential oil derived from the aerial parts of Artemisia […]

(Natural News) A nationwide population-based cross-sectional study conducted by researchers from Chang Gung University in Taiwan looked at the frequency of prescription and usage of Chinese herbal medicine for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Chinese herbal products (CHPs) have been used in East Asian countries […]

(Natural News) A healthy diet must include fresh vegetables, but a lot of people don’t get enough of these nutrient-rich foods regularly. This is where greens powders come in. As dietary supplements go, greens powders are designed to help people reach their daily recommended vegetable intake. Greens powders are dietary supplements that can be added to […]

(Natural News) If you’re thinking bone broth is just like all the other broths you know, you may be right, ingredients-wise. But when it comes to health benefits, bone broth trumps them all. Broths made from beef bones, chicken bones, and even fish bones are rich in nutrients, which make them perfect additions to a […]

(Natural News) One of the reasons why you feel anxious and sick is because you have too much of the stress hormone cortisol — which can wreak havoc on your thyroid and increase the risk of various health problems like anxiety. Here are some herbs and supplements that can regulate your cortisol levels. Valerian root: […]

(Natural News) Tartary buckwheat (Fagopyrum tataricum) can improve insulin resistance and lipid profile in people with Type 2 diabetes, according to a study published in Nutrition Research. The multi-university research investigated the effects of substituting certain foods with tartary buckwheat. Tartary buckwheat is nutrient-dense; it contains protein, dietary fiber, and flavonoids. Tartary buckwheat is also reported […]

(Natural News) A recent case study published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine revealed that pokeweed (Phytolacca americana) can potentially be used as a complementary antiviral therapy for managing the symptoms of Japanese encephalitis infection. The study was conducted by researchers from India. The case presented was that of a 42-year-old male patient diagnosed with a […]

(Natural News) Blue light is the light emitted from cell phones and other gadgets. It can cause lasting damage to your eyes and may even lead to blindness. To protect the eyes from this harmful light, researchers from Kyung Hee University in South Korea suggest taking bog bilberry (Vaccinium uliginosum). They found that bog bilberry […]

(Natural News) For thousands of years, acupuncture has been used in Chinese medicine to treat various ailments. This healing art involves the insertion of fine needles in certain sites along the body called acupoints. A study published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine confirmed that acupuncture safely and effectively improves rheumatoid arthritis of […]