(Natural News) In traditional medicine, ginger and its extracts are used to treat inflammation. In addition, ginger and its phenolic secondary metabolites, known as gingerols, have been shown to contain potent anti-arthritic effects in an experimental model of rheumatoid arthritis. In a study published in the journal PharmaNutrition, researchers from The University of Arizona and The […]

(Natural News) Aphrodisiacs have been part of human civilization since time immemorial, but it is only with today’s scientific methods that their mechanisms are being studied and revealed. A study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine offers proof of the aphrodisiac activity of purple corn (Zea mays), an ancient crop that serves not […]

(Natural News) The Spanish tamarind (Vangueria Madagascariensis) can potentially be used as a medicinal plant because of its phenolic and flavonoid content and antioxidant capacities, according to a study published in the Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences. In the study, researchers from Omdurman Islamic University in Sudan, Sudan University of Science and Technology […]

(Natural News) The aging process isn’t always kind. Whether it’s wrinkled skin, joint pain, or the finding that you can no longer enjoy your favorite foods without indigestion, the body has its way of letting us know we’re getting older. But as Derek Henry, founder of Healing The Body, explains in a new video on Brighteon.com, […]

(Natural News) Researchers continue to look for foods rich in natural antioxidants to be used for improving health and preventing diseases. Researchers from the University of Uyo and Rivers State University of Science and Technology in Nigeria found that the African walnut (Coula edulis Baill.), a plant abundant in Nigeria, is packed with antioxidants, which can be used […]

(Natural News) A healthy diet is one that ensures the body receives essential nutrients on a daily basis. Most health authorities recommend that these nutrients come from vegetables and fruits. One such group of vegetables that can and should be added to any healthy diet is Phaseolus, more commonly known as wild beans. According to […]

(Natural News) In the U.S., winter is the start of a lot of things: snow, the holiday season, and – for those who like it – citrus. While most people know citrus as one of the most abundant sources of vitamin C, researchers in the Philippines have found a certain type of citrus fruit to be particularly […]

(Natural News) According to a recent study, eating a healthy breakfast may promote weight loss better than fasting. The findings revealed that eating breakfast before you work out can help “prime” the body to burn carbohydrates and digest food faster after you exercise. The study, published in the American Journal of Physiology: Endocrinology and Metabolism, involved researchers from the University […]

(Natural News) If you’ve ever doubted whether organic food is worth the higher price tag, a study that was recently published in JAMA Internal Medicine should put your concerns to rest. In the study, French researchers showed that people who consume organic food have a 25% lower risk of cancer. The study, which was carried […]

(Natural News) Diabetes is a condition that affects over 400 million people around the world. That’s already a major problem; however, its prevalence is still rising, especially in middle- and low-income countries. If the disease is left unchecked, the World Health Organization estimates that by 2030, it will be the seventh leading cause of death worldwide. […]