(Natural News) A recent study, published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, may have uncovered the mechanisms behind the effects of acupuncture on depression. Despite the presence of advanced medical technologies, many people from different parts of the world continue to swear by the health benefits of acupuncture, an ancient treatment approach from […]

(Natural News) Severe cases of stress and anxiety can be difficult to deal with and may even require medication. Unfortunately, prescription medicines are not only expensive, but they also cause a wide variety of side effects. Magnesium, an important dietary mineral, has been called the “original chill pill” because of its ability to lift mood […]

(Natural News) Lion’s mane (Hericium erinaceus) is no ordinary mushroom, as can be seen from its unique appearance. In addition to its physical traits, lion’s mane is also special due to the different health benefits that it possesses. This includes its ability to enhance mood and cognitive skills. Unlike other mushrooms, lion’s mane has tiny […]

(Natural News) It might seem like flushing something down the toilet means it magically disappears, but unfortunately everything that goes down there ends up somewhere. This means that the many people who flush unused medications rather than throwing them in the trash can because they think they’re being responsible are actually polluting the environment. This […]

(Natural News) Having anxiety and depression disorder can greatly affect a person’s life. In fact, depression is the number one cause of disability worldwide. To alleviate the symptoms of these psychiatric disorders, psychotropic and antidepressant drugs are often prescribed by physicians. In addition to this, there are also a number of general practitioners that recommend the […]

(Natural News) When it comes to brain function, it’s always important to maintain just the right balance of neurotransmitters so that the brain remains in top condition. One neurotransmitter whose deficiency has been linked to different mental conditions is gamma-aminobutyric acid, better known as GABA. Fortunately, there are many ways to increase GABA levels naturally. Neurotransmitters are […]

(Natural News) Cancer patients are already burdened with expensive, painful, and seemingly ineffective treatments for life-threatening diseases. Anxiety and depression further increase the burden on their exhausted bodies as well as their troubled minds. To counter these effects, Chinese researchers looked at different approaches to improve their moods and the quality of their lives. Traditional Chinese medicine […]

(Natural News) If you mention feeling depressed to your doctor, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll walk out of the office with a prescription for antidepressants. These days, many people are looking for a quick fix to their problems, and doctors are all too happy to dispense these profitable pills. Dangerous and not particularly effective, […]

(Natural News) Some of the best remedies for many physical health problems were inspired by Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM. With thousands of years of experience and wisdom backing it, the approach has long been a good source of safe yet effective treatments for a variety of ailments. Despite this, it still doesn’t quite get […]

(Natural News) Rosemary, known for its distinct fragrance, can also improve memory according to a recent study, proving that the herb’s effects on your brain go beyond making food more appetizing. The study, published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, sought to understand how rosemary affected university students in terms of their memory, the incidence […]