(Natural News) Researchers from Shikoku University School of Health Sciences and Shokei Junior College in Japan report that spirulina extract may be used to reduce lipid levels in people with metabolic syndrome. In their study, which was published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, they examined the effect of spirulina extract on lipase and alpha-glucosidase […]

(Natural News) Whether you’ve had a tough day at work, got into a fight with a close friend, or are having some money issues, everyone feels stressed sometimes. Stress and strong emotions like fear, anger, or sadness are perfectly normal if they don’t interfere with your daily activities and go away after a few hours […]

(Natural News) As complementary and alternative medicine gain greater popularity, an increasing number of prestigious hospitals in the U.S. are now offering these treatments. The services offered by these renowned health facilities include staples such as yoga, acupuncture, and massage therapy, as well less-known treatments like biofeedback, guided imagery, and reiki. All the 15 most prestigious […]

(Natural News) It is astounding to think that in only a few decades, the rate of antidepressant use in our country has risen by 400 percent. Statistics taken from the federal government show that nearly one in every 10 Americans take an antidepressant, making this particular class of drugs the third most common prescription medication […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research suggests that ginger (Zingiber officinale) rhizome can help relieve or prevent coughs without causing an addictive effect. For thousands of years, ginger rhizome has been used in traditional medicine for fever, bronchial asthma, and cough. However, the active principle of the formulation has not yet […]

(Natural News) A team of experts from the Cannabis Clinical Research Institute at Soroka University Medical Center and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) concludes that medical cannabis is a safe and effective alternative to opioids. The March 2018 study, published in the European Journal of Internal Medicine, encourages the medical industry to shift their thinking […]

(Natural News) Dealing with depression is tough under the best of circumstances, but if you’re someone who wants to avoid the risks of medication, it can be even more challenging. If you’re depressed, the last thing you need is a medication that will raise your risk of suicide and illness, so what can you do […]

(Natural News) If you have older parents or grandparents, you more than likely know at least one person with osteoarthritis. The most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis usually affects the hands, knees and hips, and is caused when the cartilage and bones within a joint begin to break down. The condition worsens slowly over time, […]

(Natural News) The dull throbbing pain associated with headaches is enough to ruin a perfectly good day. But before you reach out for a bottle of painkillers, why not try safer natural alternatives like essential oils? Since not all headaches are the same, here are some of the most common types of headaches and the most suitable […]

(Natural News) Monk fruit (Siraitia grosvenorii) is one of the stalwarts of traditional Chinese medicine that found new uses in modern times. Many studies are now confirming its therapeutic effectiveness against certain types of cancer. In the West, the fruit serves as an alternative sweetener that is much healthier than processed sugar. It is believed to decrease bad cholesterol and alleviate the symptoms […]