(Natural News) The six species that make up the Chimonanthus genus of flowering plants are commonly prescribed as treatments in folk medicine or turned into healthy beverages and decoctions. A recent meta-analysis by Chinese researchers indicated that these plants – often called wintersweet – contain many natural compounds with various beneficial effects. Traditional Chinese medicine […]

(Natural News) Women in their 40s may start to experience the symptoms of perimenopause. During this period, a woman’s hormones may shift before she experiences actual menopause. While perimenopause is a natural part of a woman’s life, it is also associated with some unpleasant symptoms like fatigue and irritability. Fortunately, natural remedies like essential oils […]

(Natural News) There’s no doubt that oranges can do wonders for the body, but a novel study from the Autonomous University of Nuevo Leon suggests that these citrusy fruits can also be used as a natural preservative, thanks to their antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. The study, which was published in CyTA – Journal of Food, looked at […]

(Natural News) Essential oils are commonly used in aromatherapy to relieve stress or address sleep problems. According to a fascinating study, essential oils could also be used to treat certain symptoms of dementia, some of which are associated with Alzheimer’s disease. In the U.S. alone, at least 5.3 million Americans have Alzheimer’s. Most individuals with the […]

(Natural News) Essential oils are commonly used for aromatherapy and pain relief, but due to their wealth of active components, they can also be used for other things. Studies reveal that essential oils are also potent food preservatives. Researchers from Ghent University in Belgium further explored their potential, particularly in the preservation of bread from fungal spoilage. Their […]

(Natural News) With the overprescription of antibiotics, it is becoming challenging to control pathogenic bacteria with conventional medicine, which raises the risk for diseases and infections. Mother Nature has provided solutions to these problems since ancient times, and when thinking about natural remedies, essential oils are one of the things that immediately come to mind. […]

(Natural News) Skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis can potentially be treated with marijuana, a recent study suggests. Robert Dellavalle from the University of Colorado School of Medicine explains how some compounds found in marijuana might relieve itching and pain in people suffering from these skin diseases. The skin is the body’s largest organ. It serves as a […]

(Natural News) Essential oils are used in aromatherapy, which is a form of holistic healing. The benefits that aromatherapy offers range from physical to emotional to psychological. Here are nine popular essential oils to use for better health: Lavender essential oil — Derived from the plant Lavandula angustifolia, lavender essential oil is one of the […]

(Natural News) A recent study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine revealed that essential oils, when used properly, exhibit antibacterial properties similar to that of modern antibiotics. In their article, researchers from Ethiopia’s Kotebe Metropolitan University assessed the efficacy of essential oil combinations against certain strains of multidrug-resistant bacteria. In their study, they investigated the antibacterial […]

(Natural News) Eucalyptus oil can be obtained from different species of eucalyptus trees, but the main source of the eucalyptus oil used around the world today is blue gum (Eucalyptus globulus). Eucalyptus oil has become popular in recent years because of its many benefits. Here are some scientifically proven uses of eucalyptus oil: Joint and […]