(Natural News) The immune system plays an important role in the protection of the body against disease. When functioning properly, the immune system can identify bacteria, viruses and other pathogens, and distinguish these from the body’s own cells. However, the immune system may be compromised due to poor nutrition and overall health. A weak immune […]

(Natural News) When disaster strikes, nobody really knows how events would play out. When everything you’ve come to know turns upside down and you just want to get through the disaster alive, personal hygiene will usually be the last thing on your mind. However, cleanliness shouldn’t be overlooked even in the direst of situations. After […]

(Natural News) As the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread across America, panic-stricken citizens are buying items left and right. Shoppers are hoarding food and cleaning supplies, but not all products can disinfect surfaces with coronavirus, revealed a study. How long does coronavirus last on a surface? A study published in the preprint database medRxiv on […]

(Natural News) Berberine is a naturally occurring compound found in the plants that belong to the genus Berberis. Today, it is used as a supplement and is known to provide a wide variety of health benefits, including weight loss, reduced blood sugar and improved heart health. But recently, researchers from Hong Kong and Macau found […]

(Natural News) Authorities have arrested a Texas man after he was found to have lied about having the coronavirus (COVID-19) on social media. The man, identified by the police as Michael Lane Brandin, 23, said in a Facebook post that he tested positive at Tyler County Hospital on Friday. The post has since been deleted. […]

(Natural News) Although coronavirus is rightfully dominating the headlines right now, there’s another huge threat to public health that shouldn’t be forgotten: antibiotic resistance. It’s a problem that can affect people regardless of their age or current health, and a growing number of infections that could be controlled in the past are now becoming deadly […]

(Natural News) Some 6.7 million residents living in the Bay Area have been ordered to stay at home and “shelter in place” as California gears up for what looks to be a massive lockdown designed to curb the spread of the dreaded coronavirus. The drastic move? – similar to the steps taken by Italy, Spain and […]

(Natural News) Glossogyne tenuifolia or hsiang ju is a common perennial herb that grows in the coastal areas of Penghu Island in Taiwan. It has a long history of use as a folk medicine and is known for its liver-protective properties. In a recent study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers from Taiwan and Vietnam […]

(Natural News) The probiotic effects of metabolites produced by certain microbes have attracted scientific interest in recent years. Called bioactive postbiotic metabolites (PM), these compounds are said to promote gut health, relieve gastrointestinal disorders and enhance innate immunity. Some studies have reported the anti-cancer effects of different components of bacteria like Lactobacillus gasseri and L. […]

(Natural News) Viruses are responsible for many infectious diseases, including the flu, influenza and tuberculosis. Due to increased global travel, viral outbreaks often pose a serious threat to public health. Some examples include the emergence of dengue, measles and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Currently, the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is rapidly spreading in different countries. […]