(Natural News) High blood pressure (hypertension) is no small matter – it’s one of the key risk factors for cardiovascular health problems. If you are hypertensive, or know someone who is, studies suggest that a natural, drug-less way to lower blood pressure is by following a low-glycemic diet. Unlike foods with moderate or high scores […]

(Natural News) In this article, researchers from the University of Macau summarized and explored the effects of bioactive components of danshen on the major characteristics of Alzheimer’s disease in preclinical studies. Their review appeared in the journal Chinese Medicine. Alzheimer’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive memory loss and cognitive impairment. It is difficult to […]

(Natural News) Blueberries are nutritious, indigo-colored berries that are often labeled as a superfood. This is because of their high antioxidant content, which allows them to provide a variety of health benefits, which include regulating blood pressure and improving brain health. In a recent study, researchers found that certain compounds in blueberries can help increase physical activity and […]

(Natural News) Vegetable oil – despite having the word “vegetable” in it – isn’t really healthy. Unfortunately, many people seem to think it’s a healthy option, even as more and more health professionals and nutritionists say otherwise. The problems with vegetable oil Before picking up a bottle of vegetable oil in the market, consider these things: 1. It has […]

(Natural News) Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, and high levels of cholesterol have been linked to this illness. Some studies have also claimed that consuming foods high in cholesterol increases the risk of stroke – another potentially fatal condition. As a result, cholesterol has been vilified to […]

(Natural News) People consume processed food because it’s convenient. However, snacks made with artificial ingredients and various chemicals are bad for your health. If you’re still on the fence about consuming more whole foods, here are 21 reasons to add them to your regular diet and boost your overall well-being. What are “whole foods?” Whole foods […]

(Natural News) The health risks of smoking aren’t just limited to those who smoke: Those who don’t smoke are just as affected, and in certain cases, even worse. Recent research from Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) in Seoul revealed the adverse effects of smoking, such as high blood pressure, can still impact a person long after a person has left – […]

(Natural News) The benefits of breastfeeding are already quite compelling, but now we can add yet another important advantage to that list as a new study has illustrated how breastfeeding can lower the risk of heart disease among mothers. Researchers from the University of Athens in Greece presented the exciting finding at a recent meeting […]

(Natural News) Running is a wonderful aerobic exercise that offers numerous health benefits. It can reduce stress, strengthen the bones, help burn calories, and improve heart health. Running can be done indoors (on a treadmill) or outdoors — depending on a person’s preference — and each comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. If you […]

(Natural News) Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their collaborators find another way to prevent heart attacks. In an animal study published in the journal Science Signaling, the researchers found that two proteins that bind to stress hormones work synergistically to keep the heart healthy. These proteins are stress hormone receptors called […]