(Natural News) A team of researchers from Qilu University of Technology and the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in China examined the antibacterial effects of saponin obtained from quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) husk against bacteria that cause halitosis. The research team published their findings in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Quinoa is a staple […]

(Natural News) Blackberries (Rubus fruticosus) are usually picked between July to August, but you can enjoy these nutritious berries throughout the year. Like other berries, blackberries offer amazing health benefits. Here are just some of them. They’re rich in vitamin C. A cup of raw blackberries provides at least half of the recommended daily target for […]

(Natural News) Milk contains bioactive peptides that possess anti-hypertensive properties, a study in the journal Nutrition Research shows. In their paper, researchers from Serbia’s University of Novi Sad and Finland’s Abo Akademi University noted that this discovery is significant in food technology, especially when it comes to developing functional food for those at risk of hypertension. The research team, […]

(Natural News) Maintaining hair health goes beyond just using natural hair products — although those can be helpful, too. If you want to keep your hair thick and shiny naturally, follow a healthy diet and avoid using shampoos and conditioners that contain harmful chemicals. Hair health basics According to Andi Scarborough, stylist and co-owner of […]

(Natural News) A recent study revealed that more and more people are consuming protein supplements made from plant ingredients. After analyzing the trend, researchers suggested that hemp and quinoa are next in line to experience a boom. Researchers from DuPont Nutrition & Health and HealthFocus International looked at the eating habits of more than 1,000 Americans. They paid particular heed to the amount […]

(Natural News) Chocolates are a delicious treat that can cheer up anyone who’s having a stressful day. According to a recent study, eating dark chocolates, in particular, can help relieve stress and improve your mood. Researchers from Loma Linda University led the study, and they presented their findings at the Experimental Biology 2018 annual meeting in San Diego. Dark […]

(Natural News) We’ve all been there: Someone you know is diagnosed with a chronic illness like diabetes, and you can’t really say you’re surprised given the poor quality of their diet. But how often do you think about the opposite scenario, where someone improves their health dramatically by cleaning up their diet? The truth is […]

(Natural News) Looking for ways to keep your heart healthy? Consider eating more blueberries. A study published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A suggested that blueberries contain phytochemicals that significantly improve cardiovascular health. These phytochemicals are known as anthocyanins, which give blueberries (and other red, blue, and purple-colored foods) their color. For the first […]

(Natural News) Struggling to find clinical benefits for statin drugs and blood pressure medications, a team of researchers put two drug protocols to the test to see their effects on human thinking and memory. The research, funded by the maker of the drugs (AstraZeneca), hoped to find cognitive benefits for candesartan and hydrocholorothiazide, rosuvastatin, or […]

(Natural News) Acetaminophen is a pharmaceutical drug commonly used to treat pain and fever. However, using this drug can significantly damage the liver, increasing the risk of liver failure. A study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine suggested that taking baicalin — a flavonoid from traditional medicine — can attenuate liver damage caused […]