(Natural News) It’s that time of the year again: Flu season! Doctors, nurses, pharmacies and even well-meaning relatives may be pushing you to get the flu shot, but it’s important to note that these vaccines are by no means as safe, effective or free of side effects as the drug manufacturers and medical community would […]

(Natural News) A recent study has found that a cherry native to Brazil contained multiple health benefits that validate its use in folk medicine as a treatment for various conditions. Findings from this study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, suggest that the leaves of the Surinam cherry (Eugenia uniflora) possessed antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic activities based […]

(Natural News) Obesity is one of the main risk factors for the development of cardiovascular disease and many other chronic illnesses. Fortunately, researchers continue to search for natural ways to prevent the onset of these diseases. In a study published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine, researchers found that pumpkins can keep the […]

(Natural News) Adding more tart cherries to your diet is an effective way to improve gut health, according to a study published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry. In the study, researchers examined the effect of tart cherry concentrate on gut bacteria using both laboratory testing and clinical trials. Earlier research has shown that polyphenols […]

(Natural News) If there’s one time of year that you need your immune system to be in top shape more than any other, it’s the wintertime. This season can throw all kinds of challenges at our immunity. First, there’s the cold weather and the changes of temperature your body is subjected to as you move […]

(Natural News) A deficiency of vitamin D can make one more susceptible to sports-related injuries. According to one recent study, this is certainly the case in football, which has since become known as one of the sports with the highest injury rates. The participants for this particular study were taken from the 2015 National Football […]

(Natural News) The use of medicinal plants to treat skin conditions is a common practice in many cultures. Plant medicines have been proven to be effective skin treatments when applied topically, thanks to their potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. However, the precise mechanism of cure is not always understood. One plant in particular became the […]

(Natural News) An herb commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) could be the future of preventing crippling bone diseases, according to researchers from the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine. In their study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the team reported that the seeds of the Chinese mallow (Malva verticillata) can prevent bone degradation, making it an […]

(Natural News) The Himalayas isn’t just a good place to climb mountains: Recent studies have shown that it’s also a treasure trove of medicinal plants used to treat various diseases. A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that a species of boxwood (Buxus spp.) has potential therapeutic properties against disorders that affect the gut, airways, […]

(Natural News) Often grown as an ornamental plant, dwarf lilyturf (Ophiopogon japonicus) is used as ground cover for landscaping. However, according to a study, the plant possesses anti-inflammatory properties that can be used for medicinal purposes. Dwarf lilyturf is native to Southeast Asia, specifically in certain areas in China. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the plant’s rhizome is […]