(Natural News) Lemons and limes are often used to make a variety of citrusy treats and drinks like pies and juices. They even share similar nutritional profiles and health benefits. But lemons and limes also have certain differences. For example, lemons are slightly more acidic than limes. The nutritional profile of lemons and limes Lemons […]

(Natural News) Long considered one of the best superfoods on the planet, blueberries have been found to have another ability up its antioxidant-rich sleeve: the ability to reduce the risk of heart disease. In a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers found that daily consumption of one cup of blueberries for […]

(Natural News) Cancer has been on the rise in recent years, with statistics from the American Cancer Society (ACS) estimating a grand total of more than 1.7 million new cancer cases in the US. Researchers from the ACS found that at least 42 percent of these newly diagnosed cancer cases – about 740,000 – are […]

(Natural News) Have you ever wondered why a cup of green tea helps you feel calm after a stressful day? You can thank an amino acid called L-theanine for that. But how exactly does L-theanine relieve stress and anxiety? L-theanine for better mental health L-theanine is a potent amino acid that’s naturally found in green tea. Black tea […]

(Natural News) Magic mushrooms are fungi that contain the active ingredient psilocybin, a powerful psychedelic that can cause mind-altering experiences in the user. While some may brush these shrooms off as remnants of the hippie movement back in the ’60s, researchers, on the other hand, are looking into the positive effects of psilocybin on behavioral and psychiatric […]

(Natural News) The quest for effective remedies to different health conditions is a never-ending one, but it isn’t wise to rely on pharmaceutical medication. After all, drugs are often linked to adverse side effects. The best way to maintain your overall health is through prevention, and you can do this by practicing five health-boosting habits – such […]

(Natural News) Oats are a type of cereal or whole grain food that offers plenty of health benefits. It is a veritable source of fiber, which promotes good digestion and even helps people lose weight. Oats also contain high levels of antioxidants, which fight inflammation and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Research on its […]

(Natural News) Ginger is a well-known spice often used in Asian cuisine, especially in Indian, Thai, and Chinese cooking. Also known by its scientific name Zingiber officinale, ginger belongs to the same family as other medicinal spices like cardamom and turmeric. In traditional medicine, the root of the ginger plant is used to alleviate digestive problems, relieve […]

(Natural News) Researchers from the University of Macau and Zunyi Medical University in China summarized the beneficial effects of puerarin on diabetes mellitus and its complications, as well as the mechanisms underlying these effects. This review was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most challenging public health problems […]

(Natural News) The state of microbial communities present in the gut greatly impacts overall health. A well-balanced microbial composition leads to surprising health benefits, while an imbalanced one triggers inflammation, which is the root cause of most diseases. To fix this imbalance, supplementation with probiotics — live bacteria that can restore gut microbial equilibrium — is the […]