(Natural News) Once you hit the age of 50, the macula of your eye will begin to break down, and may eventually cause blindness. But that macular degeneration can be stopped if you eat the right kinds of food, especially those found in the Mediterranean diet. Age-related macular degeneration affects more than two million Americans. This […]

(Natural News) Spicy foods usually give a “kick” to your taste buds — but they’re more than just that. Researchers found that eating spicy foods helps you live longer and cuts your risk from dying due to cancer, heart disease, and respiratory problems. The researchers, who were from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health […]

(Natural News) The calamansi (Citrus microcarpa B.) fruit is a citrus fruit that is widely grown in Southeast Asia, especially the Philippines. It is used in various beverages, condiments, dishes, marinades, and preserves – often, as a substitute for lemon. However, this small, round, and green-colored fruit is more than just a cooking ingredient. According […]

(Natural News) Following a healthy diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, and nuts and seeds can significantly improve your overall well-being. However, if you want to boost your immunity and prevent colds and the flu, consume more of these five types of foods rich in various nutrients. Foods high in carotenoids Carotenoids […]

(Natural News) Walnuts are one of the most popular nuts consumed because of their health benefits. These are packed with bioactive compounds such as polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), polyphenols, and dietary fiber. In addition, they can help cut your risk of developing colon cancer – making it a great addition to your diet. While walnuts […]

(Natural News) Bone health diminishes as you age. However, when the body loses too much bone, makes too little bone, or both, a bone disease called osteoporosis occurs. This disease weakens the bones and increases the risk of fractures from a fall, sneezing, or even minor bumps. To prevent excessive bone loss the natural way, […]

(Natural News) Gargal mushrooms (Grifola gargal) could one day be used as an alternative to prescription drugs for heart disease, according to a study in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The research, led by a team from Mie University in Japan, found that the mushrooms can improve symptoms of atherosclerosis, a condition that often leads to cardiovascular disease. This […]

(Natural News) A person needs vitamins, so his or her body can grow healthy and strong. For the most part, many people strive to include vitamin-rich foods in their diet: A healthy meal usually has all the vitamins that your body needs in a day, which include: Vitamin A B-vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folate, […]

(Natural News) Forgetfulness might seem inevitable as we get older, but it can be prevented if you eat certain healthy foods. A new study suggests that eating cucumbers could prevent memory loss associated with aging, thanks to fisetin, a flavonol present in the vegetable. Researchers at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies recently conducted an animal study using mice that […]

(Natural News) Researchers from India have found that eating oats (Avena sativa) can help prevent alcohol-induced liver damage. In their study, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, the research team looked at the protective effect of oat extract against alcohol-induced acute liver injury in a mouse model. Research has found an association between consumption of […]