(Natural News) A New York-based design company called Creme is doing its part to reduce the amount of plastic trash churned out each year. Instead of manufacturing disposable coffee cups with plastic liners, the start-up grows biodegradable, organic containers from fruits. For their project, Creme picked gourds from the Cucurbitaceae family. Related to squash and […]

(Natural News) It is not a secret that fermented foods are immensely beneficial for gut health and total body wellness. But new research finds that fermentable carbohydrates and protein can be especially useful in correcting undernourishment and improving intestinal function. In malnourished children, it is not uncommon for gut functionality to suffer. This means their […]

(Natural News) Milk is a highly nutritious liquid that can provide plenty of calcium and other vital nutrients. As such, you may be considering stocking up on milk for your survival pantry. The only problem is that fresh milk doesn’t last very long. If you’re thinking about long-term food storage, you’re better off filling your survival stockpile […]

(Natural News) Ginger is a popular spice renowned for its uses in food and medicine. Many studies support its health benefits, but little is known about its potent relative – galangal. Now scientists from India evaluated the physicochemical composition of the essential oil of Kaempferia galanga, commonly known as galangal or aromatic ginger. Their findings appeared in the Journal of […]

(Natural News) Chaga mushrooms may look unsightly, but these fungi have been used in traditional medicine to boost immunity and improve overall health. Recently, chaga mushrooms have gained popularity in the West for its many health benefits. The humble chaga mushroom boasts potent medicinal benefits Chaga mushrooms are fungi that grow on the bark of various […]

(Natural News) Sulfur might smell bad, but it helps the blood vessels, hair, heart, and skin to function properly. Eating sulfur-rich foods also helps protect against dangerous health conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. The third most abundant mineral in the body, sulfur is present throughout the body. Most people have 140 grams of the […]

(Natural News) It can be difficult to do daily tasks when inflammation occurs in the joints. This debilitating condition is known as arthritis. Arthritis causes pain and stiffness, which can make even simple activities difficult to do. Arthritis also worsens with age; it can even decrease a person’s range of motion. With symptoms that limit […]

(Natural News) If you have a dog or had one before, then you know how hard it is to resist those puppy-dog eyes when they come near the dinner table. The first thing a new pet owner is told, however, is to be cautious in feeding dogs. What’s perfectly fine and delicious to a human […]

(Natural News) A team of researchers from Sao Paulo State University and the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil evaluated the effects of daily orange juice consumption on blood lipids, lipids, and gut flora. They published their findings in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Gut microbiota can be improved by consuming bioactive compounds like hesperidin […]

(Natural News) Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) continues to be validated by scientific investigations as new research proves that TCM is effective in treating ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes long-lasting inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract. It is caused by a variety of factors, including genetic predisposition, epithelial barrier […]