(Natural News) Researchers can now explain how physical exercise reduces belly fat. According to them, exercise causes the release of interleukin-6, a signaling molecule that contributes to the elimination of visceral abdominal fat. In a recent study published in the journal Cell Metabolism, a team of researchers from the University of Copenhagen (UCPH) demonstrated that obese adults could […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Sangji University in South Korea investigated the effects of a traditional medicine known as tongbi-san on obesity. The results of their study were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Tongbi-san contains three herbs, nut grass (Cyperus rotundus L.), satsuma mandarin (Citrus unshiu), and China root (Poria cocos). The researchers tested tongbi-san’s […]

(Natural News) Cytokines in the human body act as molecular messengers between your cells. According to a study, dietary grape powder can be used to promote cytokine production. This is good news because cytokines interact with immune cells to regulate your body’s response to disease and infection. The study, which was published in the journal […]

(Natural News) In this review, researchers from China investigated the potential of acupuncture alone or in combination with lifestyle interventions to treat obesity. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Obesity is an epidemic health problem that is linked to many medical conditions. Making healthy lifestyle changes is important in fighting obesity. In addition, acupuncture therapy […]

(Natural News) A cold glass of watermelon juice is not just great for beating summer-related health problems like dehydration, fatigue, and heatstroke — this refreshing fruit also supports the healthy functions of the heart, blood, kidneys, and cells to protect against more serious health disorders. A glass of juice made from this summer fruit contains minute […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Cameroon, India, and the U.K. evaluated the efficacy of the aqueous leaf and stem extract of Cissus quandrangularis (veld grape) in reducing body fat and other components of metabolic syndrome in overweight people. The results of their pilot study were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. Previous study had […]

(Natural News) So here’s the truth: Most people think that achieving their ideal weight is nothing more than a pipe dream – especially with the challenges they will face to lose just a single pound. The challenge, of course, is staying the course of a healthy diet and exercise. For those who do, however, the rewards are […]

(Natural News) Researchers have found that juice extracted from Baccaurea angulata, a plant native to Malaysia and locally called belimbing dayak, can help improve symptoms of hypercholesterolemia. The findings were published in Nutrition Research. The study built on previous evidence that demonstrated the health benefits of B. angulata fruit juice. In this study, the researchers looked at whether B. […]

(Natural News) A recent study from South Korea’s Mokpo National University revealed that Caulerpa okamurae can be used for managing obesity and its accompanying metabolic disorders. The research was published in the journal Nutrition Research. Researchers have identified seaweeds as potential anti-obesity agents. In Japan, China, South Korea, and Australia, people have long consumed seaweed, especially that of the Caulerpa […]

(Natural News) The healers of ancient India might have known the secret of the Gymnema sylvestre plant when they named it gurmar – which literally means “destroyer of sugar.” A recent study from Seoul National University highlights the plant’s ability to keep blood sugar at bay. In this study, which was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, it was revealed […]