(Natural News) Pumpkin seeds might look small, but they’re packed with nutritional benefits, such as zinc, iron and magnesium. While these seeds are readily available in stores, you can also harvest them fresh – especially after Halloween. More than its nutritional value, however, pumpkin seeds can give you the following health benefits. 1. Improved sleep Pumpkin […]

(Natural News) There are plenty of studies heralding the benefits of drinking moderate amounts of red wine. Red wine is an alcoholic beverage produced from red grapes which, aside from being a healthy superfood, contain plenty of beneficial phytonutrients. In a study published in the journal Nutrition Research, researchers from Spain examined the associations of moderate alcohol […]

(Natural News) While they may look like a cross between blueberries and grapes, acai berries are technically not berries — they’re drupes. Drupes are fruits that have a central pit rather than a bunch of tiny seeds surrounded by fruit flesh. Other fruits under this classification include cherries, apricots, olives, peaches, and plums. Acai berries […]

(Natural News) Long-term and increased oxidative stress can cause chronic inflammation. This can lead to health problems, such as diabetes, arthritis, neurodegenerative diseases, heart disease and even cancer. You can reduce oxidative stress in your body by consuming antioxidant-rich foods. In a study published in the journal Nutrition Research, researchers suggested that fox grape (Vitis […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Oman, the UAE, and the U.K. investigated the effect of camel milk on glycated protein-mediated macrophage inflammation. The results of their study were published in the journal Functional Foods in Health and Disease. Camel milk is known for its anti-diabetic and health-promoting properties. The lipids in camel milk have […]

(Natural News) Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other inflammation-related conditions may consider taking up a low-calorie eating pattern. In particular, they could take one that simulates fasting. Researchers report that such a fasting-mimicking diet may help prevent inflammation and improve gut health. In mice models of IBD, the fasting-mimicking diet encouraged the growth of […]

(Natural News) Following a healthy lifestyle is one of the best things you can do to protect yourself against disease, according to a study published in the journal Alternative and Complementary Therapies. This report emphasized the need for clinicians having a discussion and providing specific direction about healthy lifestyle choices to prevent respiratory illness with […]

(Natural News) Dairy products are the most commonly known sources of calcium. But do you know that many vegan foods that are also rich in calcium? Here are 10 vegan sources of calcium: Soy foods – Soybeans are naturally loaded with calcium. Foods made from soybeans – such as natto, tempeh, and tofu – are also rich in […]

(Natural News) The changing of seasons is a beautiful thing to watch, but people with seasonal allergies may beg to differ. As trees, shrubs, and weeds release pollen into the air, it brings a lot of problems. While it’s possible to get medications for seasonal allergies, they can have negative side effects. These include a […]

(Natural News) Good news for chocolate lovers who are also suffering from multiple sclerosis: Researchers from Oxford Brookes University in the U.K. confirmed that flavonoids in cocoa help fight fatigue. These chemicals possess anti-inflammatory properties that may be especially beneficial for people with multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder that affects nearly […]