(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria investigated the antioxidant potential of seed extracts obtained from Picralima nitida and their ability to inhibit a-amylase and a-glucosidase. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. P. nitida or akuamma is a medicinal plant native to Africa. For their study, the researchers […]

(Natural News) Photoaging (premature aging) is one of the many unfortunate consequences of excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays – harmful forms of electromagnetic radiation coming from the sun and other artificial sources of light. When the skin is repeatedly exposed to radiation, its normal structure gradually gets altered, resulting in the loss of moisture and […]

(Natural News) Plants are some of the most diverse and useful living organisms on the planet. They provide oxygen, building materials, food, shelter, and medicine. Plants are known to contain potent chemicals that can restore, support, and maintain human health. But even the microorganisms that live within these plants are beneficial to humans. A recent […]

(Natural News) In a recent study which appeared in Nutrition Research, researchers from China found that tartary buckwheat, a crop widely grown in Asia, can help improve insulin levels in people with Type 2 diabetes. They also revealed that eating this type of buckwheat can lead to reduced bad cholesterol levels. To test whether tartary buckwheat can help […]

(Natural News) Mulberry is a flowering, fruit-bearing plant that belongs to the genus Morus. There are about 10 or more species of mulberries cultivated in various regions around the world. The mulberry plant (or tree) is known for having several medicinal parts. These parts have been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various diseases, most […]

(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) Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) is a plant known for its many medicinal properties. It is used in traditional medicine in China and Brazil. Numerous studies have proven that pigeon pea possesses antioxidant, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, and DNA-protective properties. However, not much is known about its mechanisms of action. In a recent study published in the journal Food […]

(Natural News) Inositol is often mistaken as a B-vitamin, but it is actually a type of sugar. While the body produces inositol from carbohydrate-rich foods, it can also be obtained from natural sources like beans, fruits, nuts, and grains. Many people believe that an inositol-rich diet can manage a wide range of mental health problems. Inositol […]

(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) 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 […]