(Natural News) Over-the-counter painkillers like acetaminophen can damage the liver and cause serious health problems. A new study by Malaysian researchers suggested that compounds from a common fern can protect the liver from toxic acetaminophen. Every day, the liver gets exposed to various substances, many of them toxic. It normally detoxifies and expels those toxic chemicals, […]

(Natural News) Imposing strong smoke-free workplace laws may lead to a significant decline in lung cancer rates, according to a study published in the journal Cancer. A team of researchers at the University of Kentucky has examined how smoke-free laws affect lung cancer prevalence across the state as part of the study. Data show that Kentucky has more cases […]

(Natural News) When it comes to bread, we’re pretty much spoiled for choice. A walk through the bread aisle of your local grocery will give you glimpse of all kinds of bread. From wholemeal to multigrain to sour dough, there’s simply too much for you to choose from. But which bread is the healthiest? Which […]

(Natural News) Simple habits can significantly impact brain health. Their simplicity perhaps leads some of us to believe in their inefficiency — how could anything be that good if it’s so simple? Yet medical reviews have repeatedly confirmed that it’s the little things that matter, especially when it comes to maintaining a healthy brain. We’ve […]

(Natural News) Playing video games is not bad for you, as long as it is in moderation. In fact, one hour of gaming can enhance the ability of a person to focus, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience. The study was carried out by a team of researchers from […]

(Natural News) People who have suffered a stroke need to relearn the skills that they may have lost, such as walking, to improve the quality of their lives. Arm training exercises may enhance leg function in stroke patients. This was according to a study published in the Journal of Neurophysiology that looked at the effect […]

(Natural News) In 1948, the World Health Organization (WHO) defined health as not just the absence of disease, but also as the overall state of well-being. Many people live as if health is the goal when health should be a part of their daily lifestyle. Instead of fighting disease when it’s already there, people can […]

(Natural News) Getting more physically active can help enhance your overall health and fitness, as well as reduce your risk for a lot of chronic illnesses. In any physical activity, proper hydration is a must. It is important to drink the right amount of fluids before, during, and after physical activity to provide the body with the […]

(Natural News) More than just a cooking ingredient, Welsh onion (Allium fistulosum) has been used as a traditional medicine for treating colds, influenza, abdominal pain, headache, and heart disease. Research has yet discovered another health benefit of this superfood. In the study, published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers revealed that it […]

(Natural News) Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) may be an effective alternative treatment for diabetic kidney disease, according to a case report published in the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Diabetic kidney disease is a common complication associated with both Type 1 and 2 diabetes. However, the clinical treatment available for the disease is limited and […]