(Natural News) If you’ve been eating chocolate every chance you get on account of its health benefits, there’s something you need to know: Only certain types of chocolate will do the trick. This is especially true when it comes to cardiovascular health. Chocolate can be incredibly protective of heart health, but choosing the wrong kind […]

(Natural News) The conveniences of modern life have contributed to the potentially more widespread transmission of infectious diseases. In 2009, for example, the world awoke to a global outbreak of swine flu, a respiratory disease that is a subtype of the H1N1 virus. With people frequently traveling from one country to another, illnesses they may not even […]

(Natural News) Colorectal cancer has been in the headlines recently for its concerning rise among young people. Already the second leading cause of cancer deaths among Americans, the incidence rates of colon and rectal cancers are projected to rise by 90 and 124 percent respectively by 2030 among those aged 20 to 34. It’s a […]

(Natural News) Essential oils are commonly used for aromatherapy and pain relief, but due to their wealth of active components, they can also be used for other things. Studies reveal that essential oils are also potent food preservatives. Researchers from Ghent University in Belgium further explored their potential, particularly in the preservation of bread from fungal spoilage. Their […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Sun Yat-Sen University in China examined the longitudinal associations between changes in glycemic load (GL) and the incidence of diabetes among pre-diabetic patients. Their results were published in the journal Nutrition Research. According to the researchers, only a few prospective studies that evaluated the association between GL and diabetes have accounted for changes in […]

(Natural News) Alzheimer’s disease is so frightening because we know so little about it and have yet to find an effective cure. This makes it hard to prevent – although herbs like turmeric and the antioxidants in blueberries show promise – and even harder to accept when you or a loved one are diagnosed with […]

(Natural News) Chronic kidney failure, also known as chronic kidney disease, is a progressive and potentially life-threatening condition in which the kidneys are damaged and can’t filter blood properly. A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness found a natural solution to this debilitating disease that can also improve kidney function: Chinese chives. Chinese […]

(Natural News) In this review, a researcher from the University of Reading in the U.K. examines the role of dairy foods and red meat at key life stages in terms of their ability to reduce or increase chronic disease risk. This article, which includes a discussion about recent meta-analyses and updated reports on the associations between […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Nutrition Research examined the effect of salmon intake on lipoprotein particle size and concentration associated with cardiovascular disease risk. The study was carried out by researchers at Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center, the University of Minnesota, and the University of North Dakota. The U.S. Dietary Guidelines […]

(Natural News) Many factors can increase your risk of developing dementia, and there are those who believe that having a higher education can help lower your risk for this condition. However, according to an enlightening study, your education before you reach 20 years old is the crucial factor that can help protect you from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The […]