(Natural News) Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle. Most people with osteoporosis don’t know they have it until their bones have been weakened and even fractured. To note, certain diseases, procedures and even treatments can be precursors to deteriorating bone health. Here are 25 of them, as well as ways […]

(Natural News) If and when SHTF, you might experience a higher risk for physical injuries. This could be made even worse by the potential lack of conventional medical facilities or medical supplies. In times of disaster, many stores would have been completely ransacked, leaving you with only nature’s boons to keep you safe from harm. […]

(Natural News) You may have heard the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” but did you know that orange peels could also promote the same health-boosting effect — particularly towards heart health?  A group of scientists led by Yu Wang, an assistant professor of food science and human nutrition at the University of Florida’s […]

(Natural News) Patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) have many painful and debilitating symptoms. Fortunately, they may have a natural means of relief in echinacea, a medicinal plant traditionally used by Native Americans to treat various diseases. When it comes to treating MS, conventional medicine often focuses on extending the remission period between flare-ups. It also tries to […]

(Natural News) Cancer is one of the leading causes of death around the world. The American Cancer Society estimates that more than 1.7 million new cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year, and about 606,880 of them will be fatal. But all hope is not lost: According to recent studies, certain plants used in traditional medicine have powerful […]

(Natural News) Ayurvedic medicine has been around for thousands of years. Developed by ancient holistic healers in India, Ayurveda is considered one of the world’s oldest systems of medicine. It is well-known for promoting lifestyle practices like massage therapy, meditation and yoga, and the use of herbal medicines to treat or prevent various diseases. Of the many […]

(Natural News) Nelumbro nucifera, more commonly known as the lotus plant, is a well-known source of food and medicine in Asia. While its roots are considered a vegetable in Japan, its petals are used to flavor dishes and to make herbal teas in China. The seeds of the lotus plant also serve different purposes. Not only are lotus seeds […]

(Natural News) In this paper, researchers from Noakhali Science and Technology University in Bangladesh summarized the characteristics of essential oils derived from different Etlingera species, with particular focus on their chemical composition and antimicrobial activities. This review was published in the Journal of Medicinal Plants Research. Essential oil from plants are extensively used as natural resources for the prevention […]

(Natural News) Sleep is one of the most important things the human body needs to perform at an optimal level. Unfortunately, getting enough quality sleep has become a rarity nowadays. According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 50 to 70 million American adults have chronic sleep disorders. Poor sleep can […]

(Natural News) Recently, the number of allergy-related cases has increased worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that about 40 percent of the world’s current population suffer from some kind of allergic condition. Allergies can be triggered by several factors, such as indoor and outdoor pollutants, living conditions, socio-economic status, genetic factors and hygiene. However, while […]