(Natural News) In traditional medicine, ginger and its extracts are used to treat inflammation. In addition, ginger and its phenolic secondary metabolites, known as gingerols, have been shown to contain potent anti-arthritic effects in an experimental model of rheumatoid arthritis. In a study published in the journal PharmaNutrition, researchers from The University of Arizona and The […]

(Natural News) A recent study from the University of Monastir and the National School of Engineers of Sfax in Tunisia has found that the essential oil of the Rhaponticum acaule (RaEO) – an aromatic plant endemic to northern Africa – possesses anti-diabetes properties, as well as potent antioxidant activity. The research, which appeared in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, discussed how RaEO can […]

(Natural News) One of the oldest healing methods known to mankind is massage therapy. This type of healing technique uses the simple act of touch to ease muscle pain and stress, at the same time keeping the skin young and healthy. It also detoxifies the body. The benefits of massage therapy can be enhanced by […]

(Natural News) Parsley can do so much more than just make meals look, smell, and taste nice. An article in Natural Health 365 reported that it is packed with nutrients that can prevent all kinds of disease, up to and including cancer. The herb contains numerous natural compounds that display strong antioxidant activity. Antioxidants protect […]

(Natural News) Mental health is a major concern for the young and the old alike. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, geriatric depression occurs in 15 percent of the elderly population. Researchers from Chengdu Medical College revealed that aromatherapy massage and inhaling essential oils can be used as alternative remedies for geriatric depression. More than 90 percent […]

(Natural News) A study titled “Anti-diabetic and antioxidant potentials of aqueous extract of Eucalyptus globulus in experimentally-induced diabetic rats” analyzed the effects of eucalyptus on diabetic rats. Eucalyptus globules is a member of the Myrtaceae family, along with pohutukuwa, bay rum tree, guava, acca, allspice, myrtle, and clove. It is native to southeast Australia and […]

(Natural News) Have you ever sneezed while petting a dog? Does your nose feel stuffy when someone hands you a beautiful bouquet of flowers? If you’ve answered yes to one or both of these questions, you may have nasal allergies. Nasal allergies refer to the hypersensitive reactions of individuals to normally harmless substances. Anyone can […]

(Natural News) Some uncommon knowledge that doctors don’t want you to know: You can treat sinusitis naturally. The nasal condition, characterized by the inflammation of the tissue lining the sinuses, affects 35 million Americans every year. This translates to an average of four missed work days a year and about $11 billion paid for treatment annually in […]

(Natural News) The connection between the brain and a person’s sense of smell is very powerful. This is why certain scents can bring back emotions and memories that are tucked away in the brain. Aromatherapy takes advantage of this strong connection by using the smell of essential oils to stimulate healing. One of the diseases that can […]

(Natural News) Many plants have great potential in treating infectious diseases, especially drug-resistant ones. One of these plants is peppermint (Mentha piperita). Researchers from Najran University in Saudi Arabia have found that peppermint has potent antibacterial activity, making it a great potential antibacterial agent against many multi-drug resistant pathogens. In the study, which was published […]