(Natural News) Dietary intervention is one of the most studied and most effective strategies for diabetes management. In a recent study, scientists from India looked into the anti-diabetic potential of a wild species of banana, particularly a compound called apiforol found in its seeds. Their findings appear in the Journal of the Science of Food […]

(Natural News) A healthy diet is vital to preventing cardiovascular disease and reversing the damage to the heart and general health. When taken together with regular physical exercise and a healthy lifestyle, eating heart-friendly foods will reduce the risk of heart disease. Berries, leafy greens, avocados, nuts, and seeds Berries are very good for the […]

(Natural News) Raw honey is a healthier and more natural alternative to regular store-bought honey. Most commercial brands of honey go through extensive processing and pasteurization, which eliminates many of the beneficial nutrients found in raw honey. Processed honey is only a modern invention whereas raw honey has been used in traditional medicine for hundreds of years. […]

(Natural News) Essential oils have long been of interest to researchers, particularly their chemical composition. These oils are derived from aromatic plants and are often used for aromatherapy. The chemical compounds they contain are said to be their source’s essence; hence these plant components are considered to have powerful bioactivities that bring a lot of health […]

(Natural News) Exercise is important for living a healthy life, and a new study encourages people, particularly those with osteoarthritis, to exercise more. Yes, people with osteoarthritis can and should exercise. Published in the journal Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, the study suggested that exercise can help prevent the degradation of cartilage caused by osteoarthritis. To be […]

(Natural News) Primary liver cancer is a malignant tumor that starts in the liver. The main type of primary liver cancer affecting adults is hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). HCC starts in the hepatocytes (hepatoma) which is the liver’s main cell type. High mortality and morbidity rates are associated with HCC, which is primarily caused by uncontrolled […]

(Natural News) L-arginine supplementation is associated with many health benefits. However, the continuous use of L-arginine supplements leads to the loss of its therapeutic effects – it could even accelerate the senescence of endothelial cells. To investigate the factors responsible for this, researchers from the University of New England explored the metabolic link that drives AMPK functional modulation during continuous […]

(Natural News) Calamondin (Citrus microcarpa), also known as calamansi, is a citrus fruit indigenous to the Philippines. The fruit is widely used as a substitute for lemon and as an herbal remedy. Aside from its fruit, the leaves and flowers of the calamondin plant also offer many health benefits. In a study published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research, researchers […]

(Natural News) Bacteria, fungi, and viruses are integral parts of the human body. They outnumber cells 10 to one and are hosted by different systems, such as the skin, the mouth, and the gut. These microbes contribute to health through their genes, which are normally expressed into beneficial protein products. However, certain conditions can turn these microorganisms into unruly […]

(Natural News) For centuries, acupuncture has been used for therapy to relieve certain ailments like menstrual pain. In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers at Kyung Hee University in South Korea and Dongguk University Los Angeles evaluated the efficacy and safety of acupuncture on primary dysmenorrhea. Their results confirmed that acupuncture provides relief from menstrual pain and […]