(Natural News) People who have high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, are at a higher risk of developing chronic illnesses, many of which can lead to early death. Regular exercise is believed to be one of the best ways to control high blood pressure, and a review of studies reports that it may be […]

(Natural News) The next time you find coffee to be too bitter for your taste, sprinkle some cinnamon onto it. The spice makes for a much richer and healthier condiment than the usual cream, milk, or sugar used to blunt the strong taste of coffee. Coffee is widely consumed for a number of health benefits. […]

(Natural News) You have probably relegated light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to the same spot that electric light bulbs used to occupy in your awareness. At the most, there will be a slight footnote that the new device gives off more light and consumes less energy than the old one. But some researchers are arguing that LEDs bring more than […]

(Natural News) A new study from the University of Southern Denmark investigates the historic role that nutrition has played in the evolution of the human brain. If it weren’t for essential nutrients such as magnesium and zinc, modern brains would not be able to function. Throughout history, the primitive hunter-gather must have stumbled across nutrient-dense […]

(Natural News) Many dread getting older. The loss of vitality, mobility and even loved ones is a daunting prospect, and what makes it even more frightening is the possibility that one could develop Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia. Someone is diagnosed with this condition every three seconds, and a third of all seniors […]

(Natural News) Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) are red-varnished, kidney-shaped mushrooms popular in traditional Japanese and Chinese medicines. A recent study suggests that this type of mushroom can fight oxidative stress, lower cholesterol, and help prevent cancer. In the study, a team of researchers at Hunan Agricultural University in China looked at the effect of polysaccharides […]

(Natural News) If you are losing hair faster than normal, you might be one of those rare individuals who suffer from a deficiency of biotin. This is easily remedied, however, by eating foods that are naturally rich in this B vitamin. Also known as vitamin B7, biotin supports the healthy growth of hair, skin, and nails. […]

(Natural News) The National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) researches a wide range of digestive disorders — chronic constipation, gastrointestinal infections, irritable bowel syndrome, pancreatitis, ulcers, diverticulitis and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) among others. According to their 2010 data, the NIDDK states that “60 to 70 million people [in the U.S.] are affected by all digestive diseases.”  It’s likely that […]

(Natural News) There are many foods that are beneficial to your body’s liver, some of which are common enough to work into your everyday diet, and others that can be incorporated to provide maximum benefits. Many detox diets involve foods that promote a healthy liver. Here are the top 10 foods to help cleanse toxins […]

(Natural News) Alcohol is usually contraindicated for older people and patients who are recovering from heart failure. But a new study suggested that it is safe for these people to consume controlled amounts of wine, thereby letting them enjoy its benefits. Researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (WUSM) found that moderate drinkers enjoyed a […]