(Natural News) Research has found that rice bran can potentially be used as an alternative treatment for cardiovascular diseases. The study, published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, has revealed that rice bran extract can prevent blood clot formation by inhibiting the clumping of platelets in the blood. For the study, researchers from Malaysia […]

(Natural News) The plant world has long been viewed as a source of viable remedies for hypercholesterolemia or high cholesterol. One such plant that has been considered as a potential cure is artichoke. Thus, a study published in the Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences has taken an in-depth look at the possible cardiovascular […]

(Natural News) Aside from making pet owners more active, it looks like taking care of dogs can help lower the risk of early death. An estimated 3.4 million people who didn’t have a history of cardiovascular disease in 2001 were included in the study of Swedish researchers that cross-referenced seven different national data sources. The scientists also looked into […]

(Natural News) Combining hawthorn and Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) can boost heart health, according to an article published on the website NaturalHealth365.com. Hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha), also referred to as thornapple and whitethorn, is an herbal remedy that has been used for thousands of years as a treatment for heart conditions. Today, research provides scientific evidence that […]

(Natural News) Having a visit to the sauna is more than just relaxing; it could also provide protection to your cardiovascular system. In a study published in the Journal of Human Hypertension, it was revealed that a 30-minute sauna session can help reduce blood pressure and significantly cut the risk of heart disease. Researchers from […]

(Natural News) In Thailand, there are a lot of fruits available. Yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus, L.) and guava (Psidium guajava, L.) are two of the most commonly consumed fruits in Thailand. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand evaluated the heart health benefits of […]

(Natural News) Corticosteroids in asthma inhalers could make women fat and increase the risk of metabolic syndrome, a recent study found. Corticosteroids are widely-used anti-inflammatory agents that come in many forms — such as inhalers, nasal sprays, tablets, injections and cream — and are prescribed to ease symptoms of asthma and other respiratory diseases. Metabolic […]

(Natural News) It’s been established that air pollution hurts the cardiovascular system. However, a study published in the journal The Lancet Planterary Health revealed how it can increase the likelihood of certain conditions –in particular, ventricular arrhythmia – in high-risk patients. Led by researchers from the University of Padua, together with various hospitals and the Agency for Environmental […]

(Natural News) Those of us who love to eat spicy food have another reason to indulge. Chinese researchers have found that people who enjoyed spicy foods are less likely to eat salt, leading to them having lower blood pressure. According to the DailyMail.co.uk, this is because spicy food tricks the brain into wanting less salt. […]

(Natural News) In recent decades, the mainstream media has spread such fear about skin cancer that most of us religiously lather ourselves in sunblock as soon as we hit the outdoors. While it is certainly true that it is important to take precautions to prevent the skin damage that can result in melanoma, it is […]