(Natural News) Glutathione is an antioxidant that’s naturally present inside the body. It is produced by cells in the liver and consists of three amino acids, namely, cysteine, glutamine and glycine. Glutathione plays several important roles that affect human health and longevity. As an antioxidant, it enhances immune function and protects cells from damage caused by […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Brazil identified the chemical components of the essential oil obtained from the stems of Croton tricolor and studied their anti-fungal activity against several Candida species. Their findings were published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. For their analysis, the researchers first extracted essential oil from C. tricolor stems through hydrodistillation […]

(Natural News) Cynara scolymus, more commonly known as green artichoke, is a variety of thistle that is consumed as a vegetable. Specifically, artichoke refers to the plant’s flower buds, which can be eaten before they bloom into flowers. Historically, artichoke has been used as a medicine since the 4th century BCE. Today, it is used in […]

(Natural News) Betulinic acid is a naturally occurring compound that can be found in the outer bark of various trees, particularly that of the white birch tree (Betula pubescens). It is classified as a triterpenoid and has demonstrated a wide range of beneficial properties in numerous studies. Among the many activities of betulinic acid, the most notable […]

(Natural News) Researchers from Toho University in Japan investigated the antioxidant activities of 147 oral formulations of Kampo medicines, or traditional herbal medicines from Japan. The study was published in the Journal of Natural Medicines. Oxidative stress from the overproduction of reactive oxygen species (ROS) is linked to the development of various diseases. For this study, the […]

(Natural News) Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for older adults. According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, osteoporosis is estimated to affect 200 million women worldwide. In the U.S. alone, it affects 44 million adults aged 50 years and older. There is currently no known cure for osteoporosis, but proper nutrition, regular exercise and certain weight-loss […]

(Natural News) Coleus forskohlii, also known by the names forskohlii or Indian coleus, is a medicinal plant that’s native to India. Since ancient times, this tropical perennial plant — like other members of the genus Coleus — has been used in traditional medicine to treat various disorders, such as those that affect the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal […]

(Natural News) The new coronavirus disease is rapidly spreading across the globe, with the global number of confirmed cases already beyond the one-million mark with no signs of stopping. According to experts, the disease’s exponential growth may be influenced by factors such as personal hygiene and immunity. The immune system is the body’s first line of defense against infection. Given […]

(Natural News) Resveratrol is a compound known to not just alleviate joint pain, but also lower the incidence of heart disease. However, the process by which it does this is still being explored. While the protective properties of resveratrol are commonly attributed to its antioxidant activity, a study funded by the British Heart Foundation shows that this […]

(Natural News) Viruses are usually associated with causing disease. However, scientists have long been fascinated by their ability to rewrite a host cell’s DNA, and whether it could be used for good. Now, a recent study suggests that a strain of the virus that causes the common cold may be used to help cure one type of […]