(Natural News) Using aged garlic extract can keep cardiovascular diseases at bay, thanks to its ability to prevent platelet aggregation, suggests a study in the Journal of Natural Medicines. In the study, researchers from Japan looked at the effect of aged garlic extract on the functional property of platelet. Platelet aggregation is the clumping together of […]

(Natural News) Aronia berry, also known as chokeberry, is used as a medicinal food in Europe. This is probably because of its high content of phytonutrients, such as polyphenols, anthocyanins, flavonoids, and tannins. This herbal plant is also known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-aging properties. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, […]

(Natural News) Aging is a natural part of life, but it doesn’t mean that you cannot prevent age-related diseases. Fortunately, researchers continue to reveal natural products that will help people age healthily. In a study published in the journal Industrial Crops and Products, researchers found that sea rose (Armeria pungens), also known as the spiny […]

(Natural News) People experiencing knee joint pain and discomfort, particularly those with knee osteoarthritis, may find relief in an Ayurvedic medicine called ashwagandha (Withania somnifera). A study published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine found that the root and leaf extracts of ashwagandha relieve knee pain and discomfort caused by osteoarthritis. Many patients with […]

(Natural News) Turmeric is an all-around wonder spice that is also used for medicinal purposes. Many of these applications can be attributed to the presence of curcumin in turmeric. One of the most recently discovered applications of curcumin is as an active compound in eye drops for treating glaucoma. This application was discovered by researchers from […]

(Natural News) Research has found that a Chinese decoction called Taohong Siwu can be used to treat symptoms of sclerosis. The study, published in the Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine, assessed the efficacy and safety of bathing therapy with Taohong Siwu decoction in the treatment of diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis. Researchers from Gansu Provincial Hospital in Lanzhou, […]

(Natural News) Do you have high uric acid levels? This East Asian herb may be the solution. A study published in the Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines has found that vaticaffinol, a resveratrol tetramer derived from the extracts of gurjum tree (Dipterocarpus alatus), is an effective natural medicine for hyperuricemia. The study, which was conducted […]

(Natural News) Herbal medicines are often used for treating diabetic patients. In some instances, different herbs are used together to potentially improve efficacy. In this study, which was published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine, a capsule containing a combination of Terminalia chebula, Commiphora mukul, and myrrh (Commiphora myrrha) was shown to improve blood […]

(Natural News) Researchers from India have found that curcumin, the main compound in turmeric, is a safe and effective natural treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. In their study, which was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, they found that curcumin acts as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent for managing rheumatoid arthritis without causing any side […]

(Natural News) Researchers continue to find alternative medicines in plants. One example is the West African vegetable called fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis) which can be used to treat a damaged liver, according to a study published in the Journal of Biomedical Sciences. The liver is an important body organ because it plays an essential role […]