(Natural News) The fruit of the evergreen tree Manilkara hexandra Dubard (commonly known as Ceylon ironwood) is not well-studied so researchers from India decided to analyze its chemical components for potential health benefits. The fruit proved to be a good source of flavonoids and phenolic compounds which have antioxidant activity, as shown in their study published in the journal Food Science and […]

(Natural News) This study was conducted by researchers from the National Research Centre in Egypt and the University of South Brittany – Campus Tohannic in France to evaluate the anti-herpetic activity of 25 different Egyptian plants in vitro. The results were published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. The researchers used Vero cell lines to evaluate the […]

(Natural News) You need to eat a lot of fresh vegetables if you want to maintain your physical and mental health. But did you know that certain vegetables can help you detox, promote weight loss, and relieve inflammation? Not all vegetables offer the same health benefits, but some of them can boost your overall health […]

(Natural News) Athletes looking for a new supplement to boost their performance may try quercetin. A new pilot study reveals that quercetin can reduce muscular pain and cramps after exercise. This study was carried out by a team of researchers from Italy who sought to determine the potential sports nutrition benefits of quercetin. These findings […]

(Natural News) Exercise, especially when done regularly, is beneficial for both the body and the brain. However, there are cases where strenuous physical exercise can produce excessive reactive oxygen, otherwise known as oxidants. The body’s antioxidant defenses may be overwhelmed in this instance. Fortunately, researchers from the Foro Italico University of Rome found evidence that the regular […]

(Natural News) A placebo pill is almost as effective as opioids for killing pain, suggests a new meta-analysis published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. This is because the physiological pain-killing effects of opioids decrease over time. As the pain-killing effects wane, a larger dose is needed, causing opioid addiction. The researchers warn […]

(Natural News) Traditional societies have long ascribed the healing properties to fruits and vegetables with strong tastes or pungent odors, such as onions, ginger, turmeric and garlic. Scientists are now beginning to confirm these properties in the humble onion, long a staple of kitchens. Aside from the fibers in onion that prevent heart disease and […]

(Natural News) People encounter millions of harmful substances throughout their lives. Although the body has the ability to get rid of these toxins, some harmful substances are able to interfere with these detox processes. This allows them to stay inside the body and cause damage. Fortunately, there are many nutrients that can boost the body’s detoxification functions to effectively […]

(Natural News) What do tea and berries have in common? These superfoods are not just good for overall health, they are particularly essential in preventing heart disease. One study, presented at the 2018 American Heart Association‘s Scientific Sessions annual meeting, highlights the importance of daily consumption of tea and berries in preventing heart disease. The secret to this […]

(Natural News) Diabetes is one of the most prevalent diseases in the world. Recent estimates by the World Health Organization show that there are more than 400 million people with this disease. This number is expected to become even bigger in the next few years unless people start doing something about it. Finding an effective treatment for diabetes should […]