(Natural News) Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients that have varying roles in different bodily functions and offer several health benefits. However, the body cannot naturally produce them, so people must obtain them from their diet. There are different types of omega-3s and some are more beneficial than others. The three essential omega-3s the body needs are ALA, EPA and […]

(Natural News) People often classify anxiety as a negative emotion. Often, it’s characterized by intense fear and worry, manifesting in sweaty palms, agitation, fatigue and muscle tenseness. Indeed, in excessive amounts, it gets in the way of even the most basic daily activities. In the U.S. alone, anxiety disorders affects 40 million adults, becoming the most common […]

(Natural News) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental disorder characterized by hyperactivity, inattention and the inability to control impulses. While there is currently no cure for ADHD, there are natural approaches that can significantly reduce and manage its symptoms without the unwanted side effects caused by prescribed medications. For example, there are certain diets and foods that […]

(Natural News) Reducing or managing stress is essential for maintaining your overall health. It promotes longevity, allows you to be more productive and boosts general mood. If you let your stress get the better of you, your mental health will suffer. You will also increase your risk of adverse health conditions, ranging from unwanted weight gain […]

(Natural News) One of the challenges of treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is its unclear etiology. However, a recent study revealed that its symptoms are closely linked to both gut and brain health. The study – a collaboration among researchers from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven in Belgium, and the University of North Carolina at […]

(Natural News) As a person ages, his cognitive function declines. He becomes more prone to memory loss and slow recall. But it’s possible for him to delay (or even reverse) this decline by doing mental exercises – better known as brain training. What is brain training? Brain training refers to performance tasks that aim to […]

(Natural News) Neurodegenerative diseases, like Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease, are serious brain disorders that could affect bodily functions like balance, speech and mobility. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.8 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, and this number is estimated to rise to nearly 14 million by 2050. While Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s do not […]

(Natural News) Extracts from a species of red algae known as Acanthophora spicifera can stop excessive blood coagulation that causes blood clots, reported researchers from Federal Fluminense University in Brazil. In a recently published article in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research, they described how components of the alga could inhibit the function of thrombin, the main enzyme responsible for hemostasis which […]

(Natural News) Working memory is an important part of a person’s day-to-day activity, and numerous factors affect it. In a recent report, scientists linked three health-related factors – sleep, age and depressed mood – to working memory. Their findings, which appeared in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society, focused on the qualitative and quantitative aspects of […]

(Natural News) Your ability to detect odors may indicate the state of your health as you age. A study conducted on men and women between the ages of 71 and 82 found that those who had difficulty recognizing common odors were about 50 percent more likely to die within the next 10 years than those who retained their […]