(Natural News) Thermogenic agents are edible substances that turn nutrient calories into heat energy that the body uses to regulate its internal temperature. Researchers suggest that taking these agents as supplements can help reduce weight and keep it to a healthy level, thereby lowering the risk of obesity. Obesity is often traced to problems in […]

(Natural News) Many of the protective alkaloids produced by plants demonstrate beneficial effects for humans when cooked and consumed as food. A Nigerian study investigated the neuroprotective activity of the phytochemicals in editan (Lasianthera africana) and utazi (Gongronema latifolium), two edible plants that are widely cultivated in Africa. Support for this study came from Federal University […]

(Natural News) Do you, like me, ever look back longingly to when you were young, when weekends were for doing nothing, and the summer vacation stretched before you like an empty page just waiting to be filled with sunshine-filled, happy memories? There is no denying that being an adult in the modern world is an […]

(Natural News) An American review examined the potential of botanical thermogenic agents as natural means of managing weight and preventing the onset of obesity. They identified how the agents generally worked, their potential side effects, and possible substances that could be combined with them. This review was conducted by researchers from Creighton University. They published their […]

(Natural News) Long have we known that protein comes mostly from animal meat. Over the past century, we have started to discover that plants can also supply us with our daily protein recommendations. A recent study by students and faculty at Friedrich Schiller University (Uni Jena) found that a tiny aqueous plant can yield protein […]

(Natural News) The disease industry is constantly trying to get the public to wear colorful bracelets and t-shirts, run in races, and even buy more fried chicken in order to “end cancer” once and for all. But what they never seem to tell people is that cancer and other forms of chronic disease are entirely […]

(Natural News) Gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD) is a chronic digestive problem that is characterized by frequently recurring symptoms such as acid reflux and heartburn. Digestive conditions, such as GERD, are often caused by a problem with the digestive acids in your stomach. As such, many people may choose to treat their digestive problems with acid-blocking medication. […]

(Natural News) Sweet potatoes are actually a slight misnomer, as they are not really related to regular white potatoes. They don’t even belong to the same plant family. Sweet potatoes are root vegetables that belong to the morning glory family of flowering plants, while regular white potatoes are tubers that belong to the nightshade family. While […]

(Natural News) Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. When taken black, without any added sugars or creams, coffee can actually be good for your health. This classically brewed beverage doesn’t just give you that much-needed energy boost to perk you up in the morning – it can also provide some […]

(Natural News) Ibuprofen is a type of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is often used to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation related to a wide range of health conditions. Some people treat this over-the-counter (OTC) drug as a “cure all” panacea for many of their ailments. However, ibuprofen can often cause unwanted side effects, such […]