(Natural News) Medicinal plants contain compounds that are known to interfere with the development of diseases such as cancer, and essential oils from these aromatic plants are some of the most potent natural anticancer agents. A study published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research investigated the anti-proliferation effect and cytotoxicity of the essential oil from […]

(Natural News) On their own, green coffee beans exhibit antioxidant benefits, but a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food suggests that fermentation further enhances the beans’ health benefits. South Korean researchers from Dankook University, Korea University, Jungwon University, Hyejeon College, and Kangwon National University School of Medicine found that the antioxidant effects of chlorogenic […]

(Natural News) Do you want to protect your brain from seemingly inevitable cognitive decline which comes with age? Then eat lots of mushroom every week as they contain many nutrients and natural compounds that decrease the risk of mild cognitive impairment. The savory taste of mushrooms makes them a staple ingredient in various cuisines and recipes. In fact, many people around the world […]

(Natural News) Having a well-toned physique is associated with physical strength and an aesthetically pleasing appearance. New research from Osaka University revealed that there may be an unlikely link between fitness and sarcopenia, especially since increased muscle mass can significantly improve an individual’s response to cancer treatment if they have been diagnosed with sarcopenia. The study was published in the […]

(Natural News) Ku shen, which comes from the root of the shrubby sophora (Sophora flavescens), is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to treat multiple diseases, which range from itching and swollen gums to dysentery and liver problems. In a study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, researchers from Taiwan noted that sophoraflavanone […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Pakistan and the U.K. recently found that Zanthoxylum armatum, a plant native to East and Southeast Asia, has potent chemical constituents with anti-cancer properties. In their study, which appeared in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the researchers identified the presence of anti-cancer compounds like saponins, flavonoids, sterols, and terpenes […]

(Natural News) If you have not heard of curcumin, then you are clearly missing out. Curcumin is a powerful compound that can treat many diseases, such as heart disease and neurodegenerative diseases. Curcumin is also known to provide many health benefits. What is curcumin? Curcumin is a substance found in the Indian spice, turmeric (Curcuma longa). It […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food analyzed the effects of fermented green coffee bean extract containing chlorogenic acid and surfactin on the individual compounds on HepG2 cells, a human liver cancer cell line. This study was conducted by researchers at Dankook University, Korea University, Jungwon University, Hyejeon College, and Kangwon […]

(Natural News) Ginseng, referred to by some as the “king of all herbs,” is a widely used herbal medicine and health supplement. Numerous benefits are associated with the use of ginseng, most notably the enhancement of male reproductive function, the improvement of general well-being, and the prevention of cancer. While different varieties of ginseng exist, each […]

(Natural News) Cutting back on calories may help prevent breast cancer. To achieve the best anti-cancer effect, researchers recommend a time-restricted diet in which women only eat at certain times of the day. Studies like the one from the University of Miami link obesity to some types of cancer. In particular, obese post-menopausal women are vulnerable to breast cancer. To […]