(Natural News) Chocolate is considered a delicious and nutritious snack, given that it is made from raw cacao, where most of its health benefits come from. Raw cacao, unlike processed cocoa powder and regular chocolate bars, is not exposed to high temperatures, which remove many of its unique health benefits. Here are more reasons why […]

(Natural News) Acetic acid is responsible for the health benefits of apple cider vinegar (ACV), but that same acid also gives the fermented drink a very sour taste. Thankfully, there are ways to make ACV much more palatable, making it easier to enjoy its health benefits and even its taste. The simplest way is to add a tablespoon of ACV […]

(Natural News) Cardiovascular disease is common among older adults, and if left untreated, these could lead to severe complications including heart attacks (myocardial infarction), stroke and aneurysm. Fortunately, lifestyle changes, together with regular consumption of healthy food, can help reduce the risk of developing this condition. In a study published in the American Journal of Hypertension, researchers from […]

(Natural News) Amaranth is a diverse and colorful plant offering a bevy of healthful benefits. Flour made from its seeds has more protein than most others, and amaranth pasta is also a tasty alternative to your typical wheat pasta. Amaranth is in the superfood category, as it is full of fiber, rich in magnesium, copper […]

(Natural News) Tinnitus, which affects between 10 and 15 percent of adults, is a condition that causes sufferers to hear sounds that are not really there, including ringing, whistling, hissing or clicking sounds. It is most common in people older than 60, and affects around 50 million Americans. Tinnitus has several different causes, including long-term […]

(Natural News) A new study from the University of Southern Denmark investigates the historic role that nutrition has played in the evolution of the human brain. If it weren’t for essential nutrients such as magnesium and zinc, modern brains would not be able to function. Throughout history, the primitive hunter-gather must have stumbled across nutrient-dense […]

(Natural News) Many dread getting older. The loss of vitality, mobility and even loved ones is a daunting prospect, and what makes it even more frightening is the possibility that one could develop Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia. Someone is diagnosed with this condition every three seconds, and a third of all seniors […]

(Natural News) If you are losing hair faster than normal, you might be one of those rare individuals who suffer from a deficiency of biotin. This is easily remedied, however, by eating foods that are naturally rich in this B vitamin. Also known as vitamin B7, biotin supports the healthy growth of hair, skin, and nails. […]

(Natural News) The National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) researches a wide range of digestive disorders — chronic constipation, gastrointestinal infections, irritable bowel syndrome, pancreatitis, ulcers, diverticulitis and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) among others. According to their 2010 data, the NIDDK states that “60 to 70 million people [in the U.S.] are affected by all digestive diseases.”  It’s likely that […]

(Natural News) There are many foods that are beneficial to your body’s liver, some of which are common enough to work into your everyday diet, and others that can be incorporated to provide maximum benefits. Many detox diets involve foods that promote a healthy liver. Here are the top 10 foods to help cleanse toxins […]