(Natural News) Vegetables are known to contain natural compounds that support the protective functions of the immune system. An article in The Francis Crick Institute news page reported that cruciferous vegetables are particularly beneficial when it comes to shielding the intestine from disease-causing microorganisms. This was the finding of a recent animal model that used […]

(Natural News) The decision to have children is a huge one, and it sets in motion a series of further big decisions that will continue throughout your lifetime. However, one of the more immediate big decisions that needs to be addressed once you’ve decided to take the plunge is how you’ll give birth. While most […]

(Natural News) If you’re new to fermented foods, you may have a hard time eating them, especially since some dishes can look and smell strange. However, if you give fermented foods a chance, you’ll find that there are many options out there for you. In fact, some fermented foods are not only delicious, but they […]

(Natural News) Society is beginning to pay the price for years of antibiotic overuse, with superbugs claiming more and more lives every year and causing grave concern among health organizations and some medical professionals. Many are trying to reduce the number of antibiotic prescriptions they dole out, and one area where great reductions could potentially […]

(Natural News) Probiotics are famous for the many health benefits that they provide, such as improving digestion and boosting the immune system. Because of these, more people now include fermented foods like yogurt, kimchi, and sauerkraut in their diets since they are good sources of beneficial bacteria. However, eating these foods is not enough to enjoy the […]

(Natural News) If you’ve shut yourself inside your house this winter in hopes of avoiding catching a cold or the flu, you’ll be glad to know that there’s a simple and natural way you can reduce your risk so you can get out and enjoy the holiday season. Recent research published in the Journal of […]

(Natural News) There is no doubt that the hectic pace and demands of modern society foster anxiety. In fact, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issue in the United States, affecting more than 40 million people – that’s 18.1 percent – of the population, each year. Statistics indicate that people suffering from anxiety […]

(Natural News) It’s said that the shortest way to a man’s heart is through the stomach. However, a new study provides a unique take on it, saying that the state of your heart and blood vessels affects the population of good bacteria that live inside the gut. Gut bacteria participate in many vital processes that keep the […]

(Natural News) The sweet and creamy kiwifruit has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries because of its ability to promote proper digestion. This knowledge encouraged researchers to explore the fruit’s potential as a natural remedy for gastrointestinal problems such as chronic constipation, which affects more than 20 percent of the American population. Constipation […]

(Natural News) An individual with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), a set of painful conditions that are linked to extreme diarrhea and fatigue, may sometimes require medications and surgery. However, study findings have revealed that consuming less than one cup of strawberries daily can help patients with IBD. The dietary intervention could help alleviate inflammation in the colon […]