(Natural News) Diabetes is a chronic illness that affects your body’s ability to metabolize food into energy. In America, around one in every ten persons has the disease and countless more are at risk of developing it. Fortunately, it might just be possible to reduce the risk of diabetes by eating berries. The food you […]

(Natural News) The Spanish tamarind (Vangueria Madagascariensis) can potentially be used as a medicinal plant because of its phenolic and flavonoid content and antioxidant capacities, according to a study published in the Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences. In the study, researchers from Omdurman Islamic University in Sudan, Sudan University of Science and Technology […]

(Natural News) The rising rates of traffic accidents and occupational hazards have made traumatic brain injuries more common. These head injuries damage the brain in such a way that cognitive capabilities are degraded. This cognitive impairment can be improved by taking a plant-based flavonoid called icariin that encourages the production of important brain chemicals. Cognitive impairment is a condition where […]

(Natural News) Citrus fruits are rich in vitamin C, which can help strengthen the immune system. But according to study, citrus fruits can also help lower your risk of stroke. Earlier research has determined that certain orange phytochemicals can even help protect against intracerebral hemorrhage and significantly improve blood flow in the brain. The study, which was […]

(Natural News) The date palm is well-known because of its fruit, mainly. The sweet, edible fruit is a staple in Middle Eastern dishes and even beyond. If the results of a recently published study are any indication, the tree may soon be recognized for its possible health benefits. In the paper Studies on chemical composition and […]

(Natural News) Rutin is a natural pigment found in fruits and vegetables. A study published in the Journal of Asian Natural Products Research found that this flavonoid can protect the heart from damage caused by chemotherapy, making it a potentially effective means to counter the side effects that cancer patients experience from chemo treatment. The researchers created […]

(Natural News) When you think of disease-fighting foods, celery might not be the first one that comes to mind. Sure, it’s a green vegetable, but it’s one that most of us take for granted. We might use it when making broth, soup or a sauce, but it’s rarely the star of a dish. However, studies […]

(Natural News) Rheumatoid arthritis affects 1.3 million Americans and there is currently no known cure. This condition has been associated with inflammation and oxidation in the body. One recent study evaluated the effectiveness of quercetin, a strong antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties, in improving the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects the […]

(Natural News) You’ve probably heard that eating oranges can help you ward off colds, but did you know that these tangy fruits can also help prevent blindness? Australian researchers have discovered the people who eat one serving or more of oranges per day have a 60 percent lower likelihood of developing late macular degeneration than […]

(Natural News) People who suffer from insomnia or anyone else who has trouble falling asleep may have heard of chamomile tea. Although it’s most famous for enhancing sleep quality, chamomile tea has many other promising health benefits. Chamomile tea, which is brewed from the flowers of chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), was traditionally used for the treatment […]