(Natural News) The medicinal herb called yerba santa (Eriodictyon californicum) contains a compound that may be able to reduce harmful swelling in the brain. Researchers said the plant-based chemical shows promise as a potential natural treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Native to California, yerba santa means “holy herb” in Spanish. Yerba santa is traditionally used as a natural remedy for headaches, fevers, […]

(Natural News) Taking large amounts of B vitamins might benefit patients with Alzheimer’s disease. An Oxford study showed that supplementation slowed down the progression of the neurodegenerative disease and improved cognitive function. The clinical trial involved 156 older people with mild cognitive impairment. The participants were at considerable risk of developing Alzheimer’s and dementia. Oxford University researchers […]

(Natural News) In many countries, people use mushrooms for medicinal or culinary purposes. A new study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease suggests that eating mushrooms regularly can help prevent cognitive decline. The health benefits of mushrooms Mushrooms are used in various cuisines, and they are considered as nutrient-rich ingredients. Mushrooms contain large amounts of antioxidants that […]

(Natural News) Feeling anxious about something or nothing in particular? Taking adaptogen-rich ashwagandha root as a health supplement may help take care of those worries. The herb is a significant part of Ayurveda, the ancient system of medicine that originated in India. Due to the increasing number of studies that attests to its healing properties, ashwagandha has gained more traction even among […]

(Natural News) Black pepper is a popular spice used in various cuisines around the globe. This aromatic spice offers numerous health benefits, including promoting both brain and gut health. Black pepper comes from ground peppercorns, which are dried berries from the vine Piper nigrum. The spice has a sharp and mildly spicy flavor that complements various dishes. Black pepper is known […]

(Natural News) Who would have thought that tiny, single-celled microalgae could hold the key to one of nature’s best-kept health secrets for boosting your overall strength, endurance, and stamina? Astaxanthin is a fat-soluble antioxidant created by single-celled microalgae that use this remarkable natural molecule to survive for years without food or water under harsh sunlight. This reddish […]

(Natural News) Spanish researchers found new hope for patients with cognitive disorders like Down syndrome. Their experiment on cognitively-impaired mice revealed a link between Down syndrome and the endocannabinoid system. Furthermore, they identified cannabinoid receptor type-1 (CB1R) as a possible target for the treatment of Down syndrome. Mental disability stems from many causes, including genetic problems. The most […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Kyung Hee University in South Korea summarized and evaluated the results of multiple studies about the effects of oriental herbal medicine on pediatric neurological disorders. Their review was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Oriental herbal medicine is widely used to treat neurological disorders in children and has gained a […]

(Natural News) The World Health Organization (WHO) defines physical activity as any movement performed by the muscles of the body that requires expending energy. These activities could either be for fun, for work, or for recreational purposes. While some people use the term physical activity interchangeably with exercise, the latter is considered a subcategory of physical activity and is […]

(Natural News) A new study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry suggests that carrots and green tea contain compounds which can reverse the symptoms Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from the University of Southern California investigated the effects of two compounds, namely, epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and ferulic acid (FA), on mice that have been genetically modified to develop Alzheimer’s disease. EGCG is […]