(Natural News) Women have long used black cohosh as an herbal remedy to support their reproductive health. A recent study adds more evidence supporting its use, revealing that the medicinal herb prevents osteoporosis, one of the most severe symptoms of menopause. Millions of women around the world use black cohosh extract to help them manage the effects of menopause. […]

(Natural News) Ulcerative colitis is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that causes sores along the intestinal tract. This disease can be debilitating, and if left untreated, it can also lead to life-threatening complications such as severe bleeding and colon cancer. Today, ulcerative colitis remains without a cure, and relief from its symptoms is solely dependent […]

(Natural News) Silymarin is an herbal extract that’s popularly used as a health supplement. It is associated with liver benefits and is often taken by patients with hepatitis. Silymarin contains a mixture of various compounds, the most active of which is the flavonoid known as silibinin. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers from […]

(Natural News) Ginger root (Zingiber officinale) is an herb that belongs to the same family as turmeric and cardamom. Aside from being a common cooking spice, ginger is also a powerful medicinal herb. Here are five diseases that ginger can help treat and prevent. Stroke Ginger can be beneficial for people who experienced a stroke […]

(Natural News) Sodium tanshinone IIA sulfonate is a water-soluble compound derived from tanshinone IIA, the active component of the medicinal plant red sage (Salvia miltiorrhiza). Also known as danshen, this powerful herb has been widely used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat chronic diseases, most notably cerebrovascular diseases and cardiovascular diseases. According to numerous studies, sodium […]

(Natural News) The dragon fruit, despite its interesting name, doesn’t breathe fire. What the unique tropical fruit does, however, is bring several health benefits. Research suggests that eating dragon fruit can boost your gut health and immunity. And you don’t even need to steal it from a dragon’s nest. Dragon fruit facts Dragon fruit is a tropical fruit that comes […]

(Natural News) Ocimum gratissimum, also known by its common name African basil, is a multipurpose plant that is not only ornamental, but also medicinal and serves as a culinary spice. In some African countries, the dried leaves of this aromatic herb features in folk medicine and is used to treat different kinds of ailments. Analysis […]

(Natural News) Anxiety is a normal human emotion that can be triggered by imminent danger or the presence of threats. According to science, anxiety is part of the body’s fight-or-flight response and is integral to human survival. However, this useful emotion, when experienced at disproportionate levels, can turn into anxiety disorder, a medical condition. Anxiety disorder can cause […]

(Natural News) The horsetail plant from the genus Equisetum got its name due to its slender and elongated structure, which is similar to a horse’s tail. This plant is unique because it is one of the few vascular plant species that reproduce through spores rather than seeds. Horsetail has been used as a medicinal herb since the time of […]

(Natural News) Growing herbs indoors is a popular hobby since it eliminates the hassle that comes with growing herbs in your backyard, especially when it comes to seasonal crops. While most gardeners would prefer growing herbs for culinary reasons, some lean towards growing a variety of medicinal herbs. Having a supply of medicinal herbs on […]