(Natural News) Diet is considered one of the biggest factors that determines a person’s overall health and longevity. In the U.S., the Mediterranean diet, which includes mostly plant-based foods and healthy fats, is the eating plan recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It is also recognized by the World Health Organization as one of the […]

(Natural News) Cranberries are a popular Thanksgiving food that you should start eating more often. They are superfoods that provide amazing health benefits, such as reducing inflammation, boosting circulation and preventing antibiotic resistance. Cranberries are fruits that come from an evergreen shrub of the same name. They provide a host of nutrients, such as manganese, copper and […]

(Natural News) Cinnamon, also called darchini, is a spice made from the inner bark of trees that belong to the genus Cinnamomum. Historically, it has been used by healers to treat various conditions, such as coughing, arthritis and sore throat. Today, researchers associate plenty of health benefits with cinnamon, citing its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic and cardioprotective effects. In […]

(Natural News) Looking to boost your memory? Researchers from Kanazawa University have you covered – if you’re up for something highly unusual. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, the team from Japan found that adding salmon milt to your diet helps enhance brain function. For the uninitiated, milt refers to the seminal fluid of fish, mollusks […]

(Natural News) The connection between diet and neurodegenerative diseases has long been the subject of scientific investigations. Today, although much remains to be understood, researchers and clinicians acknowledge the importance of diet in preventing, delaying, or improving the symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent cause of dementia around the world. This debilitating […]

(Natural News) Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle. Most people with osteoporosis don’t know they have it until their bones have been weakened and even fractured. To note, certain diseases, procedures and even treatments can be precursors to deteriorating bone health. Here are 25 of them, as well as ways […]

(Natural News) Cancer is one of the leading causes of death around the world. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 1.7 million new cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year, and about 606,880 of them will be fatal. But all hope is not lost: According to recent studies, certain plants used in traditional medicine have powerful […]

(Natural News) Nelumbro nucifera, more commonly known as the lotus plant, is a well-known source of food and medicine in Asia. While its roots are considered a vegetable in Japan, its petals are used to flavor dishes and to make herbal teas in China. The seeds of the lotus plant also serve different purposes. Not only are lotus seeds […]

(Natural News) When you’re following a plant-based diet, it’s important to eat various superfoods to prevent nutritional deficiencies. Consuming foods rich in B-vitamins is essential for your overall well-being, especially if you’re always stressed. What are B-vitamins? B-vitamins are made up of eight different vitamins that work together to keep your body strong and healthy: Thiamine (B1) – Thiamine […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the U.S. conducted an observational study to confirm the safety, tolerability and efficacy of a calorie-restricted Mediterranean diet with targeted dietary supplementation (PROG1). Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Among the comorbidities of high body mass index, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death and disability around the […]