(Natural News) A natural substance commonly found in grapes and wine appears to help regulate blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes. This compound – known as resveratrol – can help lower blood sugar and blood pressure in individuals with Type 2 diabetes, according to a study published in the journal Nutrition Research. Chronic […]

(Natural News) Quitting smoking may be challenging because of the addictive nicotine content in tobaccos, but it can be made easier with natural therapies like acupuncture. A study published in the journal Chest found that acupuncture safely and effectively helps people quit tobacco smoking. This alternative therapy, which is a form of traditional Chinese medicine, is […]

(Natural News) Melatonin is widely known as a sleep hormone produced by the pineal gland. As researchers continue to study this naturally occurring compound, they discovered that it offers other health benefits. In a recent study, researchers at Mahidol University in Thailand found that supplementing with melatonin can also protect against obesity and its complications, such as […]

(Natural News) Just when you think you’ve heard everything curcumin can do for your health, the superstar compound found in turmeric pulls another trick out of its sleeve. Reducing inflammation and fighting cancer and depression are impressive feats on their own, but they’re only part of the story. Researchers have now shown that curcumin can […]

(Natural News) Acupressure is a traditional Chinese medicinal approach that applies pressure to certain points in the body to stimulate the corresponding muscles and organs. There are seven points, in particular, that are commonly used to relieve pain in the musculoskeletal system. Putting pressure on these points reduces the pain emanating from the injured or […]

(Natural News) Colitis, which is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), is caused by chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that occurs in the large intestine and rectum. Researchers from Taiwan suggest that this condition can be treated using a flowering plant called sweet olive (Osmanthus fragrans), also called sweet osmanthus. In their study, which was […]

(Natural News) Because of its bud-like appearance yet pungent smell, garlic gained the nickname “stinking rose.” This bulb is not only a staple in cooking, it is also revered for its medicinal properties. Here are seven evidence-based health benefits that garlic offers: Garlic slashes your risk of heart attack and stroke by half Eating garlic is good for […]

(Natural News) The mere mention of cancer strikes fear in the hearts of many people, and rightfully so. Having certain types of cancer often means you’ll be facing years of brutal treatments – if you’re lucky enough to live that long. Although it’s hard to imagine the disease could one day be considered non-threatening the […]

(Natural News) Chronic lower back pain has become a major health problem in the world. Many people seek relief, but most available treatments are often ineffective or have dangerous side effects. If you’re one of the people who suffer from chronic lower back pain and are looking for a natural way to treat it, researchers […]

(Natural News) A study showed that mindfulness meditation can reduce post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, the study looked at the effect of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) on PTSD and IBS among veterans. PTSD and IBS are highly comorbid conditions associated with reduced […]