(Natural News) Millions of people worldwide still rely on traditional practices, beliefs and treatments. In China and India alone – two of the largest countries in Asia – traditional medicine continues to be widely used. Green tea and turmeric are two of the most popular functional foods used in traditional medicine. While the compound epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) in […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Iran assessed the effects of topical sesame oil, particularly if it could reduce the severity of pain caused by chemotherapy-induced phlebitis (CIP). Their results were published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. CIP is one of the most common complications developed by cancer patients. The use of complementary […]

(Natural News) Tagetes erecta, commonly known as Mexican or Aztec marigold, is a flowering plant with medicinal and culinary uses. Considered a natural remedy for digestive problems in traditional medicine, Aztec marigold extracts are used today to add color and flavor to foods, such as dairy products, beverages and confectioneries. But a recent study by researchers from the University […]

(Natural News) A balanced gut microbiome is essential to good health. Achieving the perfect balance between the viruses, fungi and bacteria within the body – some of which are harmful – prevents disease.  At the same time, this balance boosts immunity, strengthens the heart, assists in weight control, and in many other ways contributes to […]

(Natural News) Heat disorders are a spectrum of illnesses that are caused by overexposure to heat. Being able to recognize the symptoms of a heat disorder will help you avoid a disaster. Whether it be something as small as a heat cramp or something as serious as heat stroke, understanding its symptoms, and knowing how to prevent and […]

(Natural News) Anti-microbial resistance can be defined as the ability of microorganisms (e.g., bacteria, fungi and viruses) to change upon exposure to an anti-microbial component and reduce its effectiveness. The World Health Organization (WHO) has labeled the spread of anti-microbial resistance as a global health concern because it threatens the ability of humans to treat […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from The First Hospital of China Medical University evaluated the anti-tumor effect and mechanism of action of elemene on pancreatic carcinoma in vitro and in vivo. Their results were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Elemene is an anti-cancer compound found in plants that belong to the Zingiberaceae (ginger) family. […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from Cameroon and Turkey isolated phytochemicals from the root of Albizia adianthifolia and assessed their anti-microbial effects against Gram-negative and multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria. Their results were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. A. adianthifolia is used in Cameroon as a natural medicine for bronchitis and skin diseases. In […]

(Natural News) Medicinal plants with anti-inflammatory components are of great scientific interest due to the role played by inflammation in the development of chronic diseases. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), several herbs are known to have the ability to reduce inflammation by inhibiting the production of pro-inflammatory molecules. In a recent study published in the Chinese […]

(Natural News) Researchers from St. John Fisher College in New York conducted a comprehensive review to summarize and evaluate the use of aloe vera in patients who have undergone radiation therapy to treat cancer. This article was published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. Many cancer patients require radiation therapy and often suffer […]