(Natural News) Viral infections caused by the herpes simplex virus are contagious. Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2) can both be passed on to other people through oral contact and sexual contact, respectively. In particular, HSV-1 is considered an endemic disease due to its presence worldwide, but there is currently no cure for it. […]

(Natural News) The fruit of the greater burdock plant (Arctium lappa), referred to as niu bang zi or Arctii Fructus (AF) in traditional Chinese medicine, has been shown to prevent the spread of colorectal cancer cells, according to a study in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. In their research, a team from Wonkwang University in South Korea […]

(Natural News) Atherosclerosis is a vascular disease caused by the buildup of cholesterol and other substances along the arterial walls. It is strongly associated with hepatic steatosis or the accumulation of fat in the liver due to common risk factors, such as metabolic syndrome, obesity, and diabetes mellitus. In a recent study, researchers from the Korea Institute of Oriental […]

(Natural News) There is some truth behind the saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Apples are superfoods, and they are good sources of antioxidants that protect cells from oxidative damage and boost the immune system. They also contain dietary fiber, which is good for digestion and the maintenance of gut microbiota. But […]

(Natural News) Researchers at Kyung Hee University, Chung-Ang University, and Gachon University in South Korea looked at the efficacy of Aralia continentalis extract on cognitive memory and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They published their findings in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The researchers aimed to develop a novel treatment for trauma-associated disorders like […]

(Natural News) The latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that people reduce their intake of saturated fats and shift to eating foods rich in healthier polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. In particular, Americans are urged to stay away from meats, poultry, and dairy products that contain high amounts of solid fats as much as possible, as […]

(Natural News) In this review, researchers from York University in Canada systematically evaluated current literature on the impact of probiotic supplementation on anxiety and depression symptoms in humans. They used multiple databases to search for relevant trials and evaluate them. Their results were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Gastrointestinal (GI) microbiota – microbial communities that […]

(Natural News) This paper describes a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled intervention study conducted by researchers from the Leibniz University Hannover in Germany to evaluate the effects of a low moncacolin K dose and folic acid on plasma lipids and homocysteine levels, respectively. The results of their analyses were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Hypercholesterolemia and elevated homocysteine […]

(Natural News) A study conducted by researchers from the Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine in the Czech Republic found that plant-based foods can increase the production of good hormones in the gut. In fact, a single vegan meal can improve a person’s health in many ways. A good diet should be able to maintain normal blood sugar levels, […]

(Natural News) There are many dietary guidelines available today. Some follow a diet that restricts fat consumption in favor of carbohydrates, while others prefer a low-carb diet that prioritizes proteins and fat, which, in practice, has been more successful at inducing short-term weight loss. However, while studies have explained the science between these two popular […]