(Natural News) Researchers from China compiled the latest information about the health benefits and underlying functional mechanisms of mushroom nutraceuticals. Their review, published in Food Science and Human Wellness, listed the important components of mushrooms and their medicinal properties. Bioactive nutraceuticals that can be found in mushrooms include proteins, polysaccharides, unsaturated fatty acids, phenolic compounds, tocopherols, ergosterols, […]

(Natural News) People love the citrus fruit for its amazing health benefits. Not only is it a good source of fiber and vitamin C, it is also rich in phytochemicals that help get rid of free radicals and treat certain ailments. But here’s another thing you might not know about this nutritious fruit: it can reduce heavy metal toxicity. What […]

(Natural News) Turmeric is indeed healthy, but some people may find it difficult to eat because of its flavor. It smells mildly aromatic and tastes slightly bitter. Although its flavor isn’t as strong as other spices, it cannot be eaten raw like cloves or cinnamon, so turmeric is often not consumed on its own. Instead, it is combined […]

(Natural News) Rooibos tea is made from the leaves of a shrub called rooibos (Aspalathus linearis), an herb indigenous to the mountainsides of the Cederberg region in South Africa. Rooibos tea is also referred to as red bush or African red tea. Traditional rooibos tea is made by fermenting the leaves, in which naturally occurring […]

(Natural News) If you’re looking for a fruit that won’t add to your weight and even help you lose fat, try cherries. Some people may be hesitant to eat cherries when they are trying to lose weight because these fruits are high in calories, containing 97 calories for every cup. However, cherries actually are not […]

(Natural News) Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that offer various health benefits for your body and brain. According to a study, omega-3 fatty acids can lower the mortality rate of breast cancer patients. The study was published in the journal Cancer, and it was conducted by researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). […]

(Natural News) Lyme disease is a severe infection caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi which is carried by ticks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that there are nearly 30,000 cases of Lyme disease each year. However, many cases remain undiagnosed and unreported, so the numbers could reach 300,000. People with Lyme disease often suffer […]

(Natural News) The feet are a humble but important part of the body. If they are not getting enough fresh blood, they will be unfit for walking. Fortunately, there are natural remedies that can improve blood circulation in the feet. Poor circulation of blood in the feet can cause considerable pain and make the extremities numb to […]

(Natural News) Type 2 diabetes is on the rise, but this chronic disease can be prevented with the help of dietary and lifestyle changes. A study published in the journal Food & Function suggested that eating apples and pears can cut your risk of this dreaded disease. Researchers at Zhejiang University in China carried out […]

(Natural News) Researchers found another medicinal plant that can help lower your cholesterol and triglyceride levels: the Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis), also known as amla. The researchers conducted a study to examine the efficacy of the Indian gooseberry in individuals with dyslipidemia, or abnormal lipid levels. For this purpose, the Indian researchers recruited 98 participants […]