(Natural News) Regular exercise is one of the top ways to maintain your health as you age. Along with a healthy diet and plenty of rest, exercise is nearly always named as a way to reduce your risk of a host of ailments ranging from heart disease and diabetes to cancer and Alzheimer’s. If concerns […]

(Natural News) A systematic review and meta-analysis published in the journal PLOS ONE reported that acupuncture is a safe and effective alternative to hormone replacement therapy in reducing menopause symptoms in women with breast cancer. In this paper, Taiwanese researchers assessed the efficacy of acupuncture on hot flashes and menopause symptoms in women with breast […]

(Natural News) As women age and enter menopause, they will experience many changes in their body. Here are some workouts that will help them deal with hot flashes, muscle loss, osteoporosis, and weight gain: Aerobic exercise: Menopausal women should try aerobic exercise to get their heartbeat up and muscles moving. Aerobic exercise increases strength, flexibility, and stamina. This type of […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine revealed that the Indian gooseberry (Emblica officinalis) can potentially lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels. In the study, researchers from India examined the efficacy of the Indian gooseberry in individuals with dyslipidemia. Dyslipidemia is one of the most common risk factors for the development […]

(Natural News) You have probably heard of all the healthy foods you should eat to slow down the inexorable process of aging. But a new study is suggesting that skipping a meal every now and then can also help you keep looking and feeling young. Researchers at the University of California (UC), Irvine recently discovered that the circadian clocks of […]

(Natural News) Commonly used in Asian cuisine, lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) has a refreshing lemony smell and flavor. Lemongrass tea can relieve cold and cough symptoms and studies suggest that the plant can also be used to naturally lower high blood pressure (hypertension). The nutritional profile of lemongrass Lemongrass contains antioxidants, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds. The plant also […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Seoul National University in South Korea found that the gurmar plant (Gymnema sylvestre) can protect against symptoms of a metabolic disorder. The study, which appeared in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, also highlighted the potential of gurmar extract as an ingredient in functional dietary supplements. The researchers used an integrated approach to […]

(Natural News) Did you know that aside from oranges, another type of citrus fruit called calamansi (Citrus microcarpa) is also rich in vitamin C? Calamansi can help address the common cold and boost oral health. What is calamansi? Calamansi, also called calamondin, is a fruit native to Southeast Asia. It is similar to lemons and limes. Calamansi […]

(Natural News) You might not have ever heard of silymarin, but if you’ve got cancer or liver disease, this herbal remedy is something you should get acquainted with. Silymarin is a collective term for the group of plant compounds that form the active ingredient in milk thistle, a prickly plant that been used for hundreds […]

(Natural News) Drinking tea may not be as fashionable as coffee, but its health benefits simply can’t be beat. There is nothing more comforting than a good cup of tea, especially when you aren’t feeling your best. A wide array of teas have been used for medicinal and healing purposes for eons, and new research […]