(Natural News) The number of people suffering from depression continues to increase throughout the years, and that fact itself is depressing. Every year, more than 19 million Americans suffer from depression, and one in 10 depressed adults takes antidepressant drugs. Despite what Big Pharma would have you believe, these medications are often ineffective and cause […]

(Natural News) Some pet owners balk at the idea of letting their well-trained pets sleep on their bed, but others don’t mind letting their furry friends snooze beside them at night. According to several studies, there are pros and cons to letting your pets sleep on your bed. A study published in Social Sciences showed that having […]

(Natural News) It turns out that not only can exercise make you fit, it can also help relieve depression. Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) discovered that even a small amount of physical activity, such as jogging for 15 minutes every day, can make a difference. The number of people suffering from depression continues to increase. In the […]

(Natural News) The gut microbiota refers to microbial communities that live in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. They play an important role in digestive, metabolic, and immune functions. There is increasing evidence that gut microbiota can influence and modulate emotional behavior. Similarly, psychological stress can also affect the homeostasis of these microorganisms. To determine if gut microbiota […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Germany and Austria have found that the flowering herb Rhodiola rosea can be used to improve symptoms of patients with burnout syndrome. In their study, which was published in the journal Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, they noted that this is the first clinical trial of its kind to explore the benefits of R. rosea in […]

(Natural News) Meditation and hypnosis are two popular and widely studied techniques used for therapy. While they slightly differ in the way they are executed, they can be used to achieve the same thing and offer similar benefits. According to several studies, meditation and hypnosis can help people overcome mental health problems and behavioral issues. They can […]

(Natural News) The world is more connected than ever. Social media has made it easier for people around the world to communicate and share their ideas with each other. Data suggest there are more than three billion people on social media today. These people spend approximately one-seventh of their waking lives scrolling through different platforms. Global averages of social media […]

(Natural News) Stressed, anxious, and depressed students may find relief in gardening. The Counseling and Psychology Services (CAP) department of the University of Central Florida (UCF) prescribes gardening to improve their students’ mental health. UCF mental health clinicians encourage their students to volunteer at the campus’ botanical garden where they can engage in a peaceful environment […]

(Natural News) Baduanjin, a traditional Chinese exercise, may be beneficial to people with depression and Type 2 diabetes. A study published in the journal Chinese Medicine revealed that baduanjin can improve symptoms of depression and lower blood sugar levels of people with diabetes. People with Type 2 diabetes are more likely to suffer from depression than […]

(Natural News) Yoga is becoming more and more popular: It’s now one of the most commonly used complementary health approaches. In the U.S. alone, around 14 percent of adults practice this form of meditation. Children are also jumping in on the trend. According to a report released by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), […]