(Natural News) Essential oils derived from plants are widely used for an extensive range of applications, from cooking to the treatment of diseases. One of the most common essential oils come from thyme (Thymus vulgaris), an herb that grows in various parts of the world. Recently, researchers from the Prince Sultan Military Medical City in Saudi Arabia found that thyme […]

(Natural News) Persimmon trees, which are common in South Korea during spring, are more commonly known for their fruit. However, the leaves of this tree also have some uses. Persimmon tree leaves have been studied by South Korean researchers and found that these leaves can help improve blood circulation. In the study, which was published […]

(Natural News) Cancer is still a global cause for concern, despite developments in conventional treatments like chemotherapy. The World Health Organization estimates that the disease will cause more than 9.6 million deaths this year. Given that conventional medications aren’t working out, many healthcare professionals are now looking at medicinal plants to reduce the burden of cancer […]

(Natural News) Whether you’re a green tea enthusiast or you drink tea occasionally to cut back on your caffeine intake, you’ve probably heard that this kind of tea is one of the most beneficial drinks out there. While not all of the claims listed below are accurate, health experts confirm that green tea is a […]

(Natural News) Getting older shouldn’t stop people from doing what they love to do. However, older people also have a higher risk for diseases like osteoarthritis that could be disabling. Osteoarthritis should be properly treated to allow the affected individual to go back to doing normal activities. A study, which was published in the Journal […]

(Natural News) Chronic stress can take its toll on our overall health and well-being. Adaptogens are natural substances that can increase your body’s resistance to stress. Rhodiola is a potent adaptogenic herb that can reduce the negative effects of stress on your body and help improve your overall quality of life. Also known as “arctic root” […]

(Natural News) In traditional Asian medicines, spikenard (Nardostachys chinensis) is used as an anti-malarial, pain relief, and neurotrophic treatment. In a study published in the journal Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines, spikenard was found to be a great natural anti-neuroinflammatory and neuroprotective agent, which means that it can help prevent diseases associated to neuron cell inflammation. […]

(Natural News) Pau d’arco is a part of the Tabebuia genus that grows in tropical regions. Pau d’arco is considered as one of the most powerful natural medicines because it can be used to treat a wide range of health problems, from minor to severe. It has been used in traditional medicine by indigenous tribes throughout South America […]

(Natural News) Allergies (which are triggered by different allergens) and asthma (a chronic lung disease) are two different conditions, but there are people who suffer from something called allergic asthma. Allergic asthma is asthma triggered by an allergic reaction. According to a study, integrative medicine that involves acupuncture can help enhance the physical and mental health of […]

(Natural News) Bugi-bugi (Alchornea cordifolia), a plant widely used in traditional medicine in Africa, could be used to treat E. coli, according to a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. In their paper, researchers from the University of Dschang in Cameroon looked at the antimicrobial properties of bugi-bugi extract against E. coli using both laboratory tests […]