(Natural News) Maternal nutrition during pregnancy is crucial for the survival of both mother and child. Malnutrition increases the risks of gestational anemia, hypertension, miscarriages, premature labor, and even maternal mortality. In the same vein, it can cause low birth weight, stunted growth, and life-long consequences in newborns. Maternal malnutrition is a huge problem in […]

(Natural News) People have been consuming cereal grains such as rice, corn, and oats for many years. Most early civilizations were formed mainly because of domesticating grains, allowing people to evolve from a hunter-gatherer lifestyle and start forming societies. Grains are considered a staple by many since it enhances satiety. Due to millennia of experience […]

(Natural News) Ginger is a popular spice renowned for its uses in food and medicine. Many studies support its health benefits, but little is known about its potent relative – galangal. Now scientists from India evaluated the physicochemical composition of the essential oil of Kaempferia galanga, commonly known as galangal or aromatic ginger. Their findings appeared in the Journal of […]

(Natural News) Fatty liver – also referred to as hepatic steatosis – is a condition that affects about 25 percent of the world’s population. It is caused by the buildup of too much fat in the liver, which stems from either excessive alcohol consumption or having a diet rich in fats. Other factors that lead to fatty […]

(Natural News) Ku shen, which comes from the root of the shrubby sophora (Sophora flavescens), is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to treat multiple diseases, which range from itching and swollen gums to dysentery and liver problems. In a study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, researchers from Taiwan noted that sophoraflavanone […]

(Natural News) Exercising helps you maintain a healthy weight, which then prevents conditions linked to obesity such as heart disease. According to a recent study, even the elderly can benefit from physical activity, as long as they work out regularly. The study was published in the journal JAMA Network Open. Physical activity and mortality risk […]

(Natural News) Chaga mushrooms may look unsightly, but these fungi have been used in traditional medicine to boost immunity and improve overall health. Recently, chaga mushrooms have gained popularity in the West for its many health benefits. The humble chaga mushroom boasts potent medicinal benefits Chaga mushrooms are fungi that grow on the bark of various […]

(Natural News) Sulfur might smell bad, but it helps the blood vessels, hair, heart, and skin to function properly. Eating sulfur-rich foods also helps protect against dangerous health conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. The third most abundant mineral in the body, sulfur is present throughout the body. Most people have 140 grams of the […]

(Natural News) What if you could replace your makeup remover, facial moisturizer, massage oil, carrier oil, shaving cream, lip balm, and hair conditioner all at the same time with a single natural and organic product? You’d be surprised by how many uses you can get out of jojoba oil. This superfood for the skin contains high levels […]

(Natural News) It can be difficult to do daily tasks when inflammation occurs in the joints. This debilitating condition is known as arthritis. Arthritis causes pain and stiffness, which can make even simple activities difficult to do. Arthritis also worsens with age; it can even decrease a person’s range of motion. With symptoms that limit […]