(Natural News) An observational study has concluded that increasing your intake of omega-3s found in oily fish can reduce your risk of dying from colon cancer by 70 percent. These findings, published in the medical journal Gut, suggest that colon cancer and other related conditions can be managed with proper diet, among other things. Dr. Jules […]

(Natural News) Improve your gut health by eating nori seaweed. In a study published in the journal Nature, the seaweed most commonly used as a wrap for sushi has been found to contain a specific carbohydrate that could help encourage the growth of certain probiotic strains. The study, carried out by a team of researchers […]

(Natural News) You’ve most likely heard it said a number of times: Squash is a good source of vitamin A. And it is, indeed. A cup of butternut squash is enough to supply almost 300 percent of your body’s needed vitamin A. But what you don’t hear much is how butternut squash can be a […]

(Natural News) As yet another proof that eating rhubarb is good for you, a study published in the publication Chinese Medical Journal discusses how the vegetable can relieve gastrointestinal dysfunction in critically ill patients without any adverse effects on their already precarious health. Gastrointestinal dysfunction refers to a number of conditions characterized by an otherwise […]

(Natural News) A study on bioactive peptides could have wide-ranging benefits in supporting overall cardiovascular health. In particular, bioactive peptides have the potential to be used in treating endothelial dysfunction, a condition which might lead to cardiovascular diseases if left unchecked, according to researchers from the University of Alberta. The review, published in Food Science and Human […]

(Natural News) Purple mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) is not just a sweet-and-sour snack. The rind of this fruit contains numerous phytochemicals that can suppress the growth of the parasites responsible for malaria. What’s more, these natural compounds can be taken alongside standard antimalarial treatments to improve the latter’s effect on drug-resistant protozoans. One out of every […]

(Natural News) If you’re a fan of Chinese take-out, you’re familiar with the pointy green vegetables mixed with your order of spicy stir-fried chicken. It’s called the Chinese asparagus, and a recent study has demonstrated that its roots are loaded with natural antioxidants that make you look younger. The antioxidants do this by scavenging free radicals […]

(Natural News) Foods rich in carotenoids aren’t the only things that can boost eye health, according to Dr. John Paul SanGiovanni, a federally funded researcher who specializes in the topic. It looks like foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids are also beneficial for optimal vision. SanGiovanni is the chief of the unit on Genetics in Nutritional […]

(Natural News) Pantothenic acid is known more commonly as vitamin B5 and as part of a group called B complex. It is formidable in itself, performing a number of roles vital to your overall health. The B-vitamins are popular and for good reason. They support the conversion of carbohydrates into simple sugars, which your body then […]

(Natural News) Not all fats are bad. A group of essential fats from plants is downright important in maintaining and improving the healthy functions of your body. A newly-published Canadian study identified alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and linoleic acid (LA) as the omega fatty acids that reduce the risks of obesity and improve your resistance to high levels […]