(Natural News) Many plants, including fruits and vegetables, are known for their medicinal properties. These properties come from active compounds called metabolites that plants produce either through metabolism or to aid in that process. Plant metabolites exhibit different activities; while some are able to fight inflammation or kill microbes, others can effectively halt oxidation and delay cellular […]

(Natural News) Physical exercise is necessary for your overall health. According to a study, regular resistance training helps lower your risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). A related study also suggests that having moderate muscle strength lowers Type 2 diabetes risk. The two studies evaluated data from the Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study conducted at the Cooper […]

(Natural News) Lemons are full of vitamin C and beneficial plant compounds that contribute to their health benefits. Several studies suggest that drinking lemon water or lemonade boosts your heart health and promotes weight loss. Lemons: a vitamin C-rich superfood Lemons are citrus fruits rich in flavonoids, folate, potassium, and vitamin C. A quarter cup of fresh […]

(Natural News) Want to slim down? Drink lots of green tea. A recent animal study showed that the beverage can improve the composition of gut bacteria in mice, which helps prevent obesity and related health issues. Obesity is a pressing health concern in the United States and around the world. Obese people are more likely to develop diabetes, metabolic […]

(Natural News) With ever-increasing numbers of people dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia, people are looking for ways to prevent themselves and their loved ones from having to face these horrific diseases. While traditional, medical treatments have little to offer, there are some natural treatments that have the potential to help protect against cognitive impairment. For […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine looked at the effects of bioconverted mulberry leaf extract against diabetes in cells and animals. This study was conducted by researchers from Chungnam National University in South Korea. Bioconversion is the process of producing active ingredients from natural products using microorganisms or […]

(Natural News) Experts say there are over 600 disorders of the nervous system. These include epilepsy, brain tumors, cerebral palsy, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), among others. Many of these emerge during childhood, and some can be diagnosed at birth. Oriental herbal medicine has been widely used in treating neurological disorders […]

(Natural News) Nobody wants to have halitosis or bad breath. Fortunately, there are natural treatments for this embarrassing condition, and one of them might be sitting on your plate right now. Quinoa saponins vs. halitosis bacteria About 25 percent of people around the world have bad breath, and it is commonly caused by poor oral […]

(Natural News) A team of researchers from South Africa and Zambia investigated the ability of the South African plant called Senecio serratuloides to lower high blood pressure. The team published their results in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. S. serratuloides is used in folk medicine to treat hypertension, skin conditions, internal and external […]

(Natural News) Consuming olive oil once a week reduces the risk of forming arterial blood clots in obese adults. In a new study, researchers from the New York University School of Medicine found that olive oil consumption lowers platelet activity in obese adults. Platelets are small blood cell fragments that form clumps when activated. When a blood vessel gets damaged, platelets […]