All posts tagged with disease treatments
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Fruit extracts from plants native to Zimbabwe and Madagascar found to be useful in preventing cancer
-(Natural News) People in Zimbabwe and Madagascar have been using plants like Annona stenophylla (dwarf custard-apple) and Flacourtica indica (governor’s plum) as medicines for years. Dwarf custard-apple is a traditional remedy for Type 2 diabetes, gonorrhea, syphilis and abdominal pain. Meanwhile, governor’s plum is used to treat body pain and, in some cases, snakebite. In a recent study, scientists from Zimbabwe and […] -
-(Natural News) Extensive research on cranberry juice shows that it is an effective treatment for symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Although cranberry juice cannot cure UTIs completely, it does help prevent the recurrence of infection. UTI: Causes, symptoms and risk factors A UTI is one of the most common types of infections. It is […]
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-(Natural News) Arthritis refers to a group of degenerative conditions that target the joints and the tissues that surround the joints. Common types of arthritis include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout. Although each type is influenced by unique factors, arthritis is generally characterized by pain, stiffness and inflammation in the hands, hips and knees. Medicinal herbs, […]
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-(Natural News) Vitamin E is usually touted as a skin-healthy micronutrient capable of reviving dull and dry skin. But this essential vitamin also plays a vital role in the prevention of osteoporosis later in life. According to a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, high levels of alpha-tocopherol, the form of vitamin E […]
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-(Natural News) Diabetes is a chronic disease that’s now considered a global epidemic. It is one of the fastest growing diseases in the U.S. and ranks seventh in the World Health Organization‘s (WHO) top 10 global causes of deaths. According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), nearly half a billion people worldwide aged 20 to […]
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-(Natural News) In this study, scientists from Zimbabwe and Kazakhstan investigated how extracts from the fruits of Annona stenophylla and Flacourtia indica may help in the prevention of cancer caused by the formation of free radicals due to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. For their analysis, the researchers obtained extracts […]
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-(Natural News) Pumpkins are an important part of the holiday season. From pumpkin pies to pumpkin spice lattes, a proper holiday meal is not complete without this bright orange fruit. Unfortunately, pumpkin seeds tend to be discarded. For one thing, the tiny seeds don’t offer as much “meat” as the thick and vibrant pulp. But despite […]
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-(Natural News) With COVID-19 still ravaging the entire world, medical experts have emphasized the importance of not just social distancing and proper hygiene, but also of a healthy, balanced immune system. The latter is especially important, according to Rafael Máñez, head of the intensive care unit at Bellvitge University Hospital, near Barcelona, Spain, because of […]
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-(Natural News) The new coronavirus disease is a viral respiratory infection that is rapidly spreading across the world. It is highly infectious since it is easily transmitted via respiratory droplets. The virus itself can remain viable on various surfaces for up to 72 hours. But despite the exponential growth of reported cases, the disease itself […]
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-(Natural News) Raw honey is considered a superfood due to its antioxidant and antibacterial properties. It contains plant compounds that accelerate wound healing. In particular, raw honey consumption and topical application can treat the following infections: Mouth blisters A recent study published in the American Journal of Otolaryngology revealed that raw honey can significantly reduce the appearance of […]
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