(Natural News) Men who are suffering from a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate may find relief from their symptoms with the humble pumpkin seed, according to a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. European researchers investigated the effects of a supplement containing pumpkin seed extract on the symptoms of BPH. […]

(Natural News) Honey is a popular pantry staple and is known as a healthy sugar substitute. This bona fide superfood not only has several uses, it also offers a variety of health benefits. Ancient civilizations used honey as a natural remedy for all kinds of ailments, such as infected wounds, gastrointestinal problems, cardiovascular problems, and liver […]

(Natural News) Interest in dark chocolate as a health food has grown in recent years. Studies have emerged confirming the positive effects of eating dark chocolate on blood pressure, cholesterol levels, brain function, and other areas. Due to its rise in popularity, researchers from Canada and the U.S. investigated the effects of dark chocolate consumption on bone […]

(Natural News) People who want to lose weight might want to think twice before drinking so-called “low-calorie” or “zero-calorie” sweetened drinks, especially since it’s not that different from regular sweetened drinks, according to a recent study in Pediatric Obesity. In their paper, researchers from George Washington University (GW) in Washington D.C. revealed that children and teens who drank low-calorie sweetened beverages […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the University of Southern California found a promising way to restore working memory in people with dementia. In their study, which was published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, they found that compounds in green tea and carrots might reverse Alzheimer’s-like symptoms. For the study, the researchers examined the effect of […]

(Natural News) Dragon fruit (Hylocereus undatus), also known as pitaya, is an exotic-looking fruit with bright pink scaly outer skin and a white or red flesh speckled with black seeds. Looking beyond its physical appearance, dragon fruit tastes sweet and is extremely refreshing. What’s more, dragon fruit offers potential digestive health benefits, including a laxative […]

(Natural News) People from the lowland forests of tropical Africa use the dried fruit of the aidan tree (Tetrapleura tetraptera) as a spice. In traditional medicine, they also utilize different parts of the tree for treating various diseases. A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness suggests using the fruit as a functional food for preventing […]

(Natural News) Eating fruits and vegetables, which are nutritious and rich in beneficial phenolic compounds, protect against conditions related to oxidative stress. The fruits and leaves of a plant in India known as the cup saucer plant (Breynia retusa) may also be consumed to protect against diabetes, according to a study published in the journal […]

(Natural News) What if you can get the brain-boosting benefits of coffee without the drawbacks of caffeine? Australian and Canadian researchers suggest that the placebo effect might apply to coffee. Many people start their day with a hot cup of coffee. Not only does it kick-start many brain processes, it also encourages strangers to strike […]

(Natural News) A person’s brain health declines as he ages. In particular, neurons — building blocks of the nervous system — die or become damaged. As a result, his risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease increases. Fortunately, he can protect himself from neurodegenerative diseases with the help of natural medicines like the […]