(Natural News) Chili peppers are often used to give dishes a spicy kick – but they are more than that. Researchers from the Marshall University in West Virginia discovered that the natural compound that gives chili peppers their “heat” called capsaicin could be used against lung cancer. Lung cancer is a type of cancer that typically spreads to […]

(Natural News) Did you know that chili peppers could potentially offer a natural solution to cancer? Researchers from the Marshall University – Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine found that capsaicin, the pungent compound in chili peppers, can stop lung cancer metastasis dead on its tracks. The search for lung cancer treatment is important as this type […]

(Natural News) Vitamin C, also called ascorbic acid, has a crucial role in many of the body’s daily functions. But the body does not make vitamin C on its own. You will have to consume it from food, such as fruits and vegetables. Learn more about the health benefits of vitamin C and the 20 best […]

(Natural News) The chemical that gives jalapeños and other hot peppers their burn may have powerful anticancer effects, research continues to show. While research has shown that the chemical capsaicin is effective at shrinking tumors in a variety of cancer types, some of the most detailed research has been performed on prostate cancer. In this […]

(Natural News) Everyone should try to add some chili peppers into his or her diet. Not only does the spice turn an ordinary or even boring meal into a literally mouthwatering treat, but consuming a large amount of the spice could help you live a healthier and longer life. The fruit of the Capsicum genus is a very popular spice […]

(Natural News) Here’s a good reason to add some spice into your life: Chili peppers were found to be effective in managing symptoms of depression. In a study published in the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, chili pepper extracts were found to exhibit anti-depressive effects. Researchers from Kaduna State University in Nigeria aimed to determine whether methanol […]

(Natural News) Pain is one of the first signs that the body exhibits whenever it’s experiencing problems. Although it is helpful for diagnosis, pain can be very uncomfortable, which is why many people depend on pain relievers. Aside from harmful synthetic drugs, pain relievers also come in the form of plants. People can experience pain […]

(Natural News) Research has found that chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) possesses anti-depressive properties, which makes it a promising treatment for depression. The study, published in the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, aimed to determine the antidepressant potential of methanol fruit extract of chili pepper in mice. Researchers from Kaduna State University in Nigeria used three […]

(Natural News) A burning, hot sensation in your mouth isn’t the only trick chili peppers have up their sleeve. Rather than spicing up your food, German researchers found that capsaicin, or the active, hot compound in chili peppers, could stop breast cancer in its tracks. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women worldwide, […]