(Natural News) Coconut oil – derived from mature coconut kernels – is considered a superfood, which makes it a great addition to your diet. Although it can be consumed throughout the day, it offers certain benefits when consumed before bed. Here are seven reasons why consuming coconut oil before bed is good for you: Coconut […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research found that oil extracted from bitter ginger (Zingiber zerumbet) contains antifungal and antimycotoxin properties. In the study, bitter ginger oil was studied against fungal species Aspergillus flavus and A. ochraceus. For the study, researchers from India treated A. flavus and A. ochraceus with […]

(Natural News) The healers of ancient India might have known the secret of the Gymnema sylvestre plant when they named it gurmar – which literally means “destroyer of sugar.” A recent study from Seoul National University highlights the plant’s ability to keep blood sugar at bay. In this study, which was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, it was revealed […]

(Natural News) Essential oils are often used in aromatherapy to help people relax or promote good sleep. But did you know that ginger essential oil can also relieve inflammation? According to Dr. Raman Madan, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist at Huntington Hospital, most essential oils are made via a process called steam distillation. Through this process, steam […]

(Natural News) Cardiovascular disease leading to heart failure is the leading cause of death around the world. Many studies have shown that consuming foods high in cholesterol, which promotes inflammation and oxidative stress, can contribute to the development of these diseases. A new study suggests that eating maoberry (Antidesma bunius) can help prevent cardiovascular diseases […]

(Natural News) Lemongrass, scientifically known as Cymbopogon citratus, is a popular herb added to food and drink, mainly because of its uniquely fresh and citrusy flavor. In addition to being a flavor enhancer, this herb also offers many health benefits. A new study shows that the essential oil extracted from lemongrass can help keep the heart healthy, […]

(Natural News) In this study, published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research, researchers from Mexico examined the antimicrobial activity of volatile compounds derived from essential oils. They tested these compounds against nosocomial (hospital-derived) pathogens, including a multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria Acinetobacter baumannii, which commonly affects people with weak immune systems. The minimum inhibitory dose (MID) of the […]

(Natural News) There are many natural ways to remedy poor mood and depression that do not involve the use of pharmaceutical drugs. One of these alternative approaches is to eat larger amounts of healthy foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Scientific research shows that the intake of omega-3 fatty acids in a diet influences the risk […]

(Natural News) “Fitness” can mean a lot of things. There’s physical fitness, which pertains to health and the proper functioning of a human body – and there’s biological fitness, which has more to do with an organism’s ability to reach reproductive age. And there’s also cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) – fitness related to heart health. According to Bjarne […]

(Natural News) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) limits the amount of oxygen that reaches important parts of the body. Patients with this condition are, thus, very prone to developing neurodegenerative diseases. But a Canadian-led research team advised that giving these patients extra doses of oxygen could help prevent the onset of dementia. For their experiment, researchers from the University of […]