(Natural News) Researchers out of Europe have unearthed more evidence to show that gut health is inextricably linked to mental health. Jeroen Raes, a professor at the University of Leuven in Belgium, found that many people with depression are also deficient in both Coprococcus and Dialister, two varieties of beneficial bacteria that live inside the […]

(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) Researchers from the State University of Maringa in Brazil have found that rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), pomegranate (Punica granatum), and misty plume bush (Tetradenia riparia) have antibacterial properties, especially against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The study, which appeared in the Journal of Herbal Medicine, investigated the efficacy of these plants against planktonic and biofilm cells of S. […]

(Natural News) Vitamin B3 is an essential vitamin that can be obtained from different types of food. It plays a role in digestion, supports mental health, and helps keep the heart, skin, and nervous system healthy. It also contributes to important bodily functions, such as the conversion of food into energy. The different forms of vitamin […]

(Natural News) The ketogenic (keto) diet was developed in the 1920s to treat pediatric epilepsy. But according to a study, the keto diet could also be used to promote weight loss in obese or overweight patients with cancer. The study was conducted by researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and published in The Journal […]

(Natural News) Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that makes breathing difficult. It can also be deadly, causing over 180,000 deaths per year, according to the World Health Organization. Fortunately, there are natural ways of alleviating its symptoms so people with asthma don’t have to resort to using expensive and potentially harmful medications. Breathing and yoga-based […]

(Natural News) If you have a hiatal hernia, it means a part of your stomach is pushing through the large muscle in your chest. If the condition is left unresolved, you can suffer from painful complications, such as abdominal pain and heartburn. To relieve a hiatal hernia, try natural remedies like following a fiber-rich diet or […]

(Natural News) Sweet potatoes — scientifically known as Ipomoea batatas — are sweet, starchy root vegetables grown all over the world. They come in various sizes and colors, including orange, white, and purple. These root tubers are one of the healthiest foods you can add to your diet. Here are just six health benefits of […]

(Natural News) The interest in fruits rich in polyphenols has recently increased due to their cancer-fighting potential. In a study published in the journal Nutrition Research, a team of researchers from China found that a compound in pomegranates called punicalagin can fight against cancer by triggering cancer cell death. A previous study carried out by […]

(Natural News) Mushrooms may be considered by some as vegetables when added to a dish, but in reality, they are not. They are fungi that have been shown to possess medicinal benefits. This is widely known and appreciated by many people, hence the considerable number of studies about mushrooms and the active compounds they contain. Researchers from Nanjing Agricultural University […]