(Natural News) Nearly half of all adults in the United States are facing heart disease. Consistently ranked as the number one cause of death, over 600,000 people die from some form of cardiovascular disease every year. Heart and cardiovascular issues are plaguing the country, and the world. The number of people affected by heart disease […]

(Natural News) Most people know that fruit is nutritious, but is it a good choice for those who are trying to lose weight? It’s not something that everyone agrees on: Some believe that most fruits are loaded with sugar – which, of course, is not good when you’re trying to slim down. That said, the effect of sugar on […]

(Natural News) Many plants, including fruits and vegetables, are known for their medicinal properties. These properties come from active compounds called metabolites that plants produce either through metabolism or to aid in that process. Plant metabolites exhibit different activities; while some are able to fight inflammation or kill microbes, others can effectively halt oxidation and delay cellular […]

(Natural News) Physical exercise is necessary for your overall health. According to a study, regular resistance training helps lower your risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). A related study also suggests that having moderate muscle strength lowers Type 2 diabetes risk. The two studies evaluated data from the Aerobics Center Longitudinal Study conducted at the Cooper […]

(Natural News) Lemons are full of vitamin C and beneficial plant compounds that contribute to their health benefits. Several studies suggest that drinking lemon water or lemonade boosts your heart health and promotes weight loss. Lemons: a vitamin C-rich superfood Lemons are citrus fruits rich in flavonoids, folate, potassium, and vitamin C. A quarter cup of fresh […]

(Natural News) Moringa leaf powder comes from the Moringa oleifera tree, which is also known as the “miracle tree,” since nearly every part of the tree can be used as a source of nutrition. Moringa has been around for at least 4,000 years, with ancient civilizations using it for its various medicinal qualities. Today, many scientists believe that moringa […]

(Natural News) A team of researchers from South Africa and Zambia investigated the ability of the South African plant called Senecio serratuloides to lower high blood pressure. The team published their results in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. S. serratuloides is used in folk medicine to treat hypertension, skin conditions, internal and external […]

(Natural News) We all know that sugar isn’t good for you and that governments all over the world have imposed taxes on sugary drinks to try to discourage consumers from purchasing them. However, as reported by Healthline, many people are unaware that sugar-free, artificially sweetened drinks are just as dangerous as the sugary ones, or […]

(Natural News) In this study, researchers from the Jagiellonian University Medical College in Poland evaluated the total antioxidant capacity of food intake among the elderly in Krakow, Poland; the contribution of particular food products in Dietary Antioxidant Index (DAI); the consumption of all dietary fats by the elderly; and the frequency of their fats consumption. […]

(Natural News) The pharmaceutical industry goes to great lengths to ensure that the only narrative presented to patients is the one that financially benefits them the most. This is especially true in the case of patients at risk of or already coping with cardiovascular disease. Relying on statin drugs and other pharmaceutical treatments may be […]