(Natural News) By 2035, it is estimated that over 592 million people worldwide will have diabetes. This is a major cause for concern, which is why it has become even more important to find potential treatments for the condition. One plant that has shown antidiabetic potential is barley (Hordeum vulgare). The finding, which was published […]

(Natural News) The nights are longer and the days are colder, it can only mean one thing — winter’s almost here. For a lot of people, winter is a welcome season — think skiing, building a snowman, or just sitting by the fireplace with a hot bowl of soup. However, the change in season could […]

(Natural News) The agave plant (Agave salmiana) has potential prebiotic benefits, according to a study published in the journal LWT – Food Science and Technology. The Mexican plant is found to contain fructooligosaccharides, a prebiotic sugar that can be food for the beneficial bacteria in our gut called probiotics, which in turn provide us with […]

(Natural News) Winter is the time to reconnect with friends and family. It’s also a great season for taking pictures, if not for the fact that it can suck the life out of your skin. To protect your skin from the harsh effects of winter, experts suggest consuming more vitamin E-rich foods this season to […]

(Natural News) Patients with osteoarthritis often rely on medication to manage the painful symptoms of the disease. These drugs often include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and analgesics. While the medication can offer short-term benefits such as pain management, these drugs still can’t halt the progression of osteoarthritis. If the study is successful, patients with the condition can have a safer […]

(Natural News) It’s no secret by now that omega-3 fatty acids are a highly beneficial nutrient. Many people are aware of the benefits of fish oil and other forms of omega-3 fatty acids, but actually getting enough of this valuable nutrient to reap its benefits still seems to be a difficult undertaking. One of the […]

(Natural News) Here’s a good reason to add some spice into your life: Chili peppers were found to be effective in managing symptoms of depression. In a study published in the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, chili pepper extracts were found to exhibit anti-depressive effects. Researchers from Kaduna State University in Nigeria aimed to determine whether methanol […]

(Natural News) During the Hindu festival of Rathayatra, also referred to as the Chariot festival, one of the main highlights of the procession is when devotees offer Burmese grapes in tribute to their deity Jagannath (which literally means “Lord of the Universe”) as a symbol of abundance, luck, and fortune. Modern research, however, has found that […]

(Natural News) Why do you need to make pomegranates a part of your diet? Apart from being refreshingly delicious, pomegranates are packed with vital nutrients and offer many health benefits, among which is protection from cancer. Fruits are an essential part of a healthy diet. A significant chunk of their nutritional profile is composed of […]

(Natural News) Rheumatoid arthritis is a debilitating disease that causes the joints, usually in the hands, to become inflamed and painful. It usually affects older individuals, although people as young as 30 can suffer from the disease. Like most autoimmune diseases, there is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis, but effectively managing it begins with eating […]