(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea evaluated the anti-inflammatory effects of saponins extracted from the seeds of gac (Momordica cochinchinensis Spreng), an edible fruit from Southeast Asia valued for its nutritional and medicinal properties. The results of their chemical and biological analyses were published in The American Journal of Chinese […]

(Natural News) After getting bitten on the foot by a bug while in Africa, a U.K. man developed an infection that caused his flesh to rot away. However, doctors were able to save his foot from amputation by using maggot debridement therapy to eliminate the festering flesh. While doing volunteer work in Gambia in December 2017, Matthew Blurton […]

(Natural News) Today’s air isn’t as clean as it used to be thousands of years ago. It is now filled with pollutants from various sources like power plants, factories, and vehicles. Exposure to these air pollutants harms the health, both physical and mental, and studies have found a link between air pollution and children’s risk […]

(Natural News) Both avocados and olives are considered superfoods, but did you know that they are also used to make healthy cooking oils? Olive oil is a popular cooking oil. Fresh, cold-pressed oil obtained from ripe greenish-yellow olives is the purest cooking oil. Meanwhile, avocado oil is derived from the fruit itself, not the seeds. Avocados contain 30 […]

(Natural News) Being of “normal” weight doesn’t mean you are metabolically healthy, and apparently, only a small number of American adults meet the criteria for metabolic health. A recent study published in the journal Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders assessed the general health of Americans and found that only 12 percent of the American population are actually […]

(Natural News) Olive oil is the primary source of dietary fat in the Mediterranean diet, which has been well-praised for its role in protecting against diseases, such as cardiovascular disease. In a study in Spain, it was found that extra virgin olive oil can lower your risk of developing breast cancer by as much as […]

(Natural News) Honey is a popular superfood because it’s nutritious and it also offers various health benefits. But did you know that manuka honey, which is native to New Zealand, also has many unique health benefits and uses? What is manuka honey? According to Will Cole, a functional medicine expert, manuka honey has a higher […]

(Natural News) Certain foods, like apples and yogurt, can improve your digestion. But aside from these beneficial foods, some spices like cardamom and garlic can relieve digestive problems. Boost your digestive health with spices Several studies have determined that various many spices stimulate the liver, which helps the organ secrete bile with a higher percentage of […]

(Natural News) Omega-3 fatty acids are one of the most important nutrients that a woman needs during pregnancy. These healthy fats are known to improve the growth and development of the baby in her womb. However, a recent study found that the daily omega-3 consumption of pregnant women living in France is significantly lower than the […]

(Natural News) If you’re a frequent traveler, here’s something to think about on your next flight. According to a study, most airport germs can be found in an unlikely place. Surprisingly, it’s not in the toilets. The study was conducted by researchers from the National Institute for Health and Welfare (Terveyden ja hyvinvoinnin laitos; THL) in Finland and the University of […]